Manufacturing Scheduling Manager

BioTalent; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

BioTalent in California is seeking a Manager of Manufacturing Scheduling to lead detailed production schedules for Upstream and Downstream operations in a fast-paced biopharmaceutical environment. You will coordinate with cross-functional teams to align manpower, equipment, and materials, adjust plans in real time, and support campaign planning and capacity reviews.

This on-site role requires a bachelor's degree and 5+ years in pharma manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Operations Management, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, production planning, or scheduling within pharma/biologics.
• Working knowledge of Upstream and Downstream biologics manufacturing.
• Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional manufacturing activities and manage schedules.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules for Upstream and Downstream operations.
• Coordinate manufacturing plans with cross-functional teams to align manpower, equipment, materials, and suite availability.
• Adjust schedules in real time to address deviations, equipment downtime, material constraints, and changing priorities.
• Partner with Supply Chain and Materials Management to align production with material availability and inventory strategies.
• Schedule maintenance, calibrations, and qualification activities with Engineering, Facilities, Validation, and Metrology.
• Support manufacturing campaign planning and handoffs between Upstream and Downstream operations.
• Participate in daily production meetings, schedule reviews, and capacity planning discussions.
• Identify scheduling conflicts and elevate risks to Manufacturing leadership.
• Analyze production performance, schedule adherence, and capacity utilization for continuous improvement.
• Maintain scheduling data and models using approved planning tools.
• Support short-term and long-term manufacturing planning activities.

Skills

Manufacturing Operations

Production Planning

Manufacturing Scheduling

Biologics Manufacturing

Upstream Processing

Downstream Processing

Capacity Planning

Supply Chain Coordination

cGMP Manufacturing

ERP or Scheduling Systems

Cross-Functional Manufacturing Support

Data Analysis and Reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Operations Management, or related discipline

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Help Drive the Manufacturing of Life-Saving Biopharmaceuticals

Are you passionate about production planning, manufacturing operations, and biologics scheduling? We're looking for a Manager, Manufacturing Scheduling to join a growing biopharmaceutical manufacturing organization supporting clinical and commercial biologics production.

If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoy balancing demand, capacity, resources, and operational priorities, this could be your next opportunity.

What You'll Do

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules for Upstream and Downstream manufacturing operations
• Coordinate manufacturing plans with cross-functional teams to align manpower, equipment, materials, and suite availability
• Adjust schedules in real time to address deviations, equipment downtime, material constraints, and changing business priorities
• Partner with Supply Chain and Materials Management to align production schedules with material availability and inventory strategies
• Coordinate with Engineering, Facilities, Validation, and Metrology teams to schedule maintenance, calibrations, and qualification activities
• Support manufacturing campaign planning and handoffs between Upstream and Downstream Operations
• Participate in daily production meetings, schedule reviews, and capacity planning discussions
• Identify scheduling conflicts and proactively elevate risks and constraints to Manufacturing leadership
• Analyze production performance, schedule adherence, and capacity utilization to support continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate scheduling data and models using approved planning tools and systems
• Support short-term and long-term manufacturing planning activities as assigned

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline required.

5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, production planning, or scheduling within a pharmaceutical or biologics manufacturing environment is essential.

Working knowledge of Upstream and Downstream biologics manufacturing processes

Hands-on experience or knowledge of:

• Manufacturing Operations
• Production Planning
• Manufacturing Scheduling
• Biologics Manufacturing
• Upstream Processing
• Downstream Processing
• Capacity Planning
• Supply Chain Coordination
• cGMP Manufacturing
• ERP or Scheduling Systems
• Cross-Functional Manufacturing Support
• Data Analysis and Reporting

Base Salary: $99,200 - $124,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Please Note

On-site in Tustin, CA

Full-time position supporting biologics manufacturing operations

Flexibility to support off-hours, weekends, or critical manufacturing milestones may be required based on business needs

If this sounds like you, or someone in your network, I'd love to connect!

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