Bioprocess Shift Lead: GMP Production Leader

WuXi Biologics; Leinster; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

WuXi Biologics Ireland seeks a Bioprocess Shift Lead MFG 7 to support the manufacturing of biological products and lead a shift team ensuring GMP compliance and safety. The role emphasizes training, performance management, and continuous improvement across the shift.

You will report to the Manufacturing Associate Director, supervise Bioprocess Associates, and drive shift readiness, throughput, and KPI achievement while maintaining regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years’ supervisory/leadership experience in the pharmaceutical/biopharma industry in a direct manufacturing support role.
• Extensive experience in leading teams, supporting the continued development of employees, motivating, and engaging them to achieve their potential.
• Expert experience in dealing with, resolving employee grievances, and always maintaining a positive and progressive work environment/culture.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant cGMP, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Expert knowledge and experience of the manufacturing equipment and associated processes.
• Excellent knowledge of the documentation standards and protocols in a pharmaceutical/biopharma manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the manufacturing shift as part of the leadership team and ensure cross-functional collaboration.
• Oversee Bioprocess Associates on the shift and manage safety and performance.
• Senior Person on Site during Shift Hours with responsibility over shift personnel in maintenance and support functions.
• Conduct training, coaching, and development of direct reports; manage performance and escalation.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication skills

GMP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or chemical engineering

Tools

Lean/Six Sigma

TPM

5S

Method 1/2

Job description

WuXi Biologics Ireland seeks a Bioprocess Shift Lead MFG 7 to support the manufacturing of biological products and lead a shift team ensuring GMP compliance and safety. The role emphasizes training, performance management, and continuous improvement across the shift.

You will report to the Manufacturing Associate Director, supervise Bioprocess Associates, and drive shift readiness, throughput, and KPI achievement while maintaining regulatory standards.