GMT Biologics Site Team Leader

Zoetis

Lincoln (NE)

On-site

USD 44,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

Application generator

Stand out for this role — generate a tailored resume and cover letter in about a minute.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match with company profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan repayment program

4 weeks accrued paid vacation and 13 paid holidays

Health and family benefits starting day 1

Job summary

Join a leading company in animal health as a GMT Biologics Site Team Leader. You'll oversee biological and biopharmaceutical processes, manage a dedicated team, and drive continuous improvements. With robust benefits and a supportive culture, it's an opportunity to shape the future of animal medication production in Lincoln, NE.

Qualifications

10-20 years of industry experience, including 5+ years in vaccine/biopharma manufacturing.
5+ years of team leadership with a focus on execution.
Strong technical expertise in analytical testing and biopharmaceutical processes.

Responsibilities

Oversee technology transfer and process performance for biological and biopharmaceutical products.
Lead a team of scientists and project managers.
Drive continuous process improvements and oversee team performance.

Skills

Analytical testing

Cell culture

Purification

Fermentation

Aseptic processing

Lyophilization

Strategic planning

Project prioritization

Technical troubleshooting

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in biology, microbiology, bioengineering, chemistry, or engineering

Job description

Join to apply for the GMT Biologics Site Team Leader role at Zoetis

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the GMT Biologics Site Team Leader role at Zoetis

Zoetis is the world's largest Manufacturer and Supplier of Animal Pharmaceuticals.

At Zoetis in Lincoln, NE, we manufacture high quality medicines for dogs, cats, and livestock. Our plant has been recognized as one of the Nebraska's Safest Companies, with a long-standing presence in the Lincoln community. We are a clean, modern site that continues to innovate and grow.

Benefits Include:

4 weeks accrued paid vacation and 13 paid holidays.

401(k) match with company profit sharing.

Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan repayment program.

Great Health, personal, and family benefits starting day 1.

Position Summary

The GMT Biologics Site Team Leader oversees technology transfer and process performance for biological and biopharmaceutical products at the Lincoln, NE and White Hall, IL sites. This role leads a team of GMT Scientists and Technical Project Managers, ensuring robust scale-up, regulatory readiness, and continuous improvement of manufacturing biological processes and analytical methods. The leader also represents GMT on the Site Leadership Team and collaborates cross-functionally to align technical and operational goals.

Hours: 1st Shift.

Position Responsibilities

Product Scope: Biopharmaceuticals (Mabs) and Bios (Vaccines - Viral & Bacterins)
Manufacturing Scope: Drug Substance, Drug Product, Analytics and Primary Packaging
Lead and resource the GMT team to support new product development, lead tech transfer and ensure robust, continuous commercial supply.
Own and monitor manufacturing process performance, including data review and control limit setting.
Drive continuous process improvements to reduce scrap, improve yields, expand robustness and support PPV enhancements.
Oversee team development, goal setting, and performance management.
Manage GMT site budget and ensure compliance with safety and training standards.
Identify and implement new innovations and technologies in QC and manufacturing.
Collaborate with site and global leadership on project prioritization and resource allocation.
Maintain a culture for team accountability and delivering to manufacturing standards and project timelines.
Report project progress to senior management and ensure timely, on-budget execution.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's or Master's in biology, microbiology, bioengineering, chemistry, or engineering.
10-20 years of industry experience, including 5+ years in vaccine/biopharma manufacturing.
5+ years of team leadership with a focus on execution and accountability.
Strong technical expertise in analytical testing, cell culture, purification, fermentation, aseptic processing, and lyophilization.
Experience with regulatory systems (USDA, FDA, EU) preferred.
Proven ability to lead in a matrix environment and communicate across functions.

Technical Skills and Competencies Required

Strategic planning and project prioritization.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and delegation skills.
Technical and financial troubleshooting with a mindset for continuous improvement.
Ability to manage multiple teams and projects in a dynamic environment.
Commitment to site culture and performance improvement.

Physical Position Requirements

Regular computer work, sitting, standing, walking.
Gowning into production areas.
Domestic and international travel (<10%).

About Zoetis

At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.

Global Job Applicant Privacy Notice

Seniority level