Biologics Manufacturing Manager
We are recruiting a Biologics Manufacturing Manager for one of our clients based in Sligo. This role is crucial in ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will apply their extensive expertise and leadership skills to drive operational excellence and foster team development.
This is a permanent role with an excellent salary package.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead and facilitate safe and effective operations of the biologics manufacturing team in compliance with all safety, regulatory, and organizational standards.
2. Supervise and execute pharmaceutical processing activities to achieve operational objectives and provide daily updates on operational status.
3. Provide leadership and motivation to maximize team effectiveness, clearly communicating tasks and goals to team members.
4. Plan and coordinate resources to ensure sufficient personnel for safe, efficient manufacturing operations.
5. Coordinate training requirements and train new team members to ensure a well-equipped team.
6. Measure, report, and manage key performance metrics such as yield, usage, attendance, and overtime.
7. Oversee manufacturing control system transactions for accuracy and timeliness.
8. Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality SOPs.
9. Develop team members through appropriate training, task assignments, and performance reviews.
10. Serve as a subject matter expert in interactions with QA department, regulatory bodies, and during internal audits.
11. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast and procure necessary raw materials.
12. Provide technical guidance on SOPs and batch records required for manufacturing.
13. Manage compliance with applicable policies and ensure quality results through sound design and risk mitigation.
Qualifications
1. Essential: Bachelor's Degree in engineering, science, or a closely related discipline.
2. Desired: Master's Degree preferred.
Experience and Skills:
1. 10+ years of experience in a pharma/biopharma manufacturing facility, with expertise in supply chain management, engineering, quality, and/or drug development.
2. At least 3 years of direct management experience.
3. Strong technical knowledge and application of industry practices and procedures.
4. Proficiency in financial systems and fiscal control.
5. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a diverse environment.
Bachelor's degree holders can apply for this position but it is highly recommended that they have a master's degree to be considered for the position. You must have more than 10 years of experience in the pharma/biopharma manufacturing facility with at least three years of direct management experience.