Production Supervisor

Start People Belgium; Oost-Vlaanderen; Sur place; EUR 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Shift premiums

Meal vouchers

Eco vouchers

Group hospitalization insurance

End-of-year bonus

Performance bonuses

Résumé du poste

Start People Belgium is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee the daily production of personalized cell therapy, including CAR-T processing, filling, finishing, and cryopreservation. You will ensure compliant, efficient operations and act as the primary contact for production issues.

The role requires a science-based degree and at least 3 years in biotech/biopharma production, with strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Science, Bio-Engineering, Pharmacy, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a production environment, preferably biotech/biopharma.
• Experience in management roles such as production lead, supervisor, or coordinator.
• Solid knowledge of cGMP regulations, cleanroom operations; MES/EBR experience is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Lead and supervise operational units within the production process (component prep, production support, CAR-T processing, filling & finishing, cryopreservation).
• Serve as first point of contact for production issues; collaborate with departments cross-functionally.
• Act as domain expert for Quality and Operations in cGMP areas; support GMP inspections and audits.
• Manage quality aspects of production: documentation, batch record review, release, cGMP adherence.
• Coordinate quality system activities such as Change Controls, Deviations/Events, and CAPA.
• Ensure training for all team members and promote continuous learning.
• Drive operational excellence by initiating improvements to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and improve quality.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

People-oriented management

Problem-solving

Formation

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Science/Bio-Engineering/Pharmacy

Outils

MES/EBR systems

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

As a Production Supervisor, you are responsible for the daily production process of personalized cell therapy, both for clinical and commercial purposes. You will lead various units within the CAR-T production process and ensure safe and compliant production activities in accordance with cGMP requirements, all while coordinating and overseeing operations from your dedicated office workspace, maintaining a clear overview of the production floor and ensuring smooth cross-team collaboration.

Your tasks will include:

• Lead and supervise operational units within the production process, including component preparation, production support, CAR-T processing, filling & finishing, and cryopreservation.
• Serve as the first point of contact for production issues and collaborate closely with Manufacturing Operations, QC IPC, Quality, Facilities & Engineering, MS&T/Manufacturing Excellence, Training, Planning, and Supply Chain.
• Act as a domain expert for Quality and Operations in cGMP areas and play a central role during GMP inspections and external audits.
• Manage all quality-related aspects of production, including documentation (procedures, work instructions, logs, transfer forms), batch record review and release, and adherence to cGMP standards.
• Coordinate quality system activities such as Change Controls, Deviations/Events, and CAPA.
• Ensure proper training for all team members and promote a culture of continuous learning.
• Drive operational excellence by initiating improvements that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve quality.

Who we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Science, Bio-Engineering, Pharmacy, or a related field, or equivalent through experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a production environment, preferably in biotech or biopharma.
• Experience in management, for example as a production lead, supervisor, coordinator, or similar leadership role.
• Solid knowledge of cGMP regulations, cleanroom operations, and familiarity with Microsoft Office; experience with MES/EBR systems is a plus.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills with an empathetic and people-oriented management style.
• Positive, flexible, and capable of prioritizing, multitasking, and solving problems effectively, with a strong attention to detail.
• Fluent in English (additional languages are a plus).

What we offer you:

• A meaningful job that directly contributes to the well-being of patients.
• Work in a supportive, innovative, and diverse team, where learning, personal development, and loyalty are encouraged.
• Collaborate with colleagues from around the world in an environment that values team spirit.
• Celebrate legendary moments with treats, fun gadgets, and enjoyable events.
• Attractive salary package including shift premiums, meal vouchers, eco vouchers, group and hospitalization insurance, double vacation pay, and end-of-year and performance bonuses.
• You will work in a system with a 4-day work, 4-day off schedule, ensuring a good balance between work and personal life.
• You will combine +/- 2 shifts and should be open for the night shift.