Operations Supervisor

BioSpace; Raritan (NJ); On-site; USD 96,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Legend Biotech in Bridgewater, NJ, seeks a CAR‑T Operations Supervisor to lead daily production of personalized cell therapy in a cGMP facility. Responsibilities include shift start/wrap meetings, assigning tasks, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, and cross‑functional collaboration with Manufacturing, Engineering and Quality.

The role requires 6+ years in biotech operations, a science/engineering degree, strong leadership and communication, and flexibility to work shifts to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 6 years of operations experience in a cGMP biotech/biopharma environment.
• Experience with cGMP regulations and FDA guidance for cell-based products.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise multiple units within the CAR‑T process operations according to SOPs and batch records, ensuring safe, compliant manufacturing per cGMP.
• Lead daily start-of-shift operations meetings, daily wrap-up production meetings, and assign daily production tasks.
• Provide guidance to operations personnel on the production floor, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Support manufacturing investigations and create/revise procedures, master batch records, forms, and change controls.
• Collaborate with Operations Manager to oversee development of production personnel and performance input.
• Build strong partnerships with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality to ensure seamless daily production tasks.
• Support development of manufacturing processes and participate in departmental projects to drive continuous improvements.
• Handle exposure to biological materials and hazardous chemicals as part of daily duties.

Skills

Leadership

cGMP knowledge

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating and, one day, curing life‑threatening diseases. Headquartered in Bridgewater, New Jersey, we are advancing the next generation of cell therapy through a portfolio of innovative technologies, including autologous, allogeneic, and in vivo cell therapy approaches. Our research spans chimeric antigen receptor T‑cell (CAR‑T), T‑cell receptor (TCR‑T), natural killer (NK) cell‑based therapies, and other emerging platforms designed to transform the treatment of serious diseases. From our global network of research and development sites, we are committed to discovering and developing safe, effective, and cutting‑edge therapies for patients worldwide.

Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Johnson & Johnson to jointly develop and commercialize CARVYKTI® (ciltacabtagene autoleucel; cilta‑cel). Through this strategic partnership, we combine complementary expertise and capabilities to advance innovative immunotherapies for patients living with multiple myeloma.

Legend Biotech is seeking a CAR‑T Operations Supervisor as part of the Technical Operations team based in Raritan, NJ.

Role Overview

The CAR‑T Operations Supervisor is an exempt level position working within Technical Operations team, responsible for directing the daily production of a personalized cell therapy to support both clinical and commercial requirements in a sterile cGMP environment. Job duties will be performed within a team‑based environment, on an assigned production shift schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• This individual will lead and supervise multiple units within the CAR‑T process operations (i.e. component preparation manufacturing, MFG support operations, Mock cell, and CAR‑T process) according to standard operating procedures and batch records and ensure safe and compliant manufacturing operations according to cGMP requirements.
• This individual will lead the daily start of shift operations meetings, the daily wrap up production meetings and assign individuals their daily production task to execute and ensure compliance and successful completion of work‑related tasks.
• This individual’s primary responsibility will be to work closely with operations personnel on the production floor to provide guidance and perform production tasks as needed to help the team, in a manner consistent with safety policies, quality systems, and cGMP requirements.
• This individual will support manufacturing investigations, create/revise operational procedures, including manufacturing work instructions, master batch records, forms, and support and manage change controls.
• This individual will work closely with Operations Manager to help oversee the development of production personnel, provide input on personnel performance.
• This individual will need to build strong partnerships with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality to ensure seamless execution of daily production tasks and work as part of a cross‑functional team to address production issues as the first point of contact for operators on the production floor.
• This individual will support the development of manufacturing processes, participate in various department projects, and will work with others to drive continuous improvements and efficiencies within cell therapy Technical Operations.
• Job duties performed routinely require exposure to and handling of biological materials and hazardous chemicals.
• Distance visual acuity of at least 20/40 (Snellen) in both eyes without corrective lenses or visual acuity corrected to 20/40 (Snellen) or better with corrective lenses.
• Color Perception both eyes 5 slides out of 8.
• Establish key stakeholder relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to interact with all levels within the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering or related field or equivalent experience required.
• A minimum of 6 years of operations experience within a cGMP environment in the biotech/biopharma industry. Prior experience in manufacturing, quality, or engineering is required. Excellent communication and organizational behaviors skills are required. Proficiency with
• Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) is required. Availability to work in a day shift (1st or 2nd shift) is required.
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA guidance related to manufacturing of cell-based products, and cleanroom behaviors.
• Must exhibit strong Leadership skills and ability to effectively communicate and influence Operations associate and convey information to Management.
• Ability to work independently and successfully, prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, integrate cross‑functional issues and balance competing priorities effectively.
• Must be able to manage shifting priorities to meet critical deadlines in a fast paced and dynamic, growing environment, while providing clear direction to team members.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills and the ability to lead as a change agent to promote flexibility, creativity, and accountability.
• An ability to build strong partnerships and effectively integrate with external collaborators to drive projects/programs forward in a matrixed environment.
• Clear and succinct verbal and written communication skills with an attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures.
• Experience with Operational Excellence and/or Lean Manufacturing is an asset.
• Ability to accommodate shift work including evenings and weekends as required by the process.
• Ability to accommodate unplanned overtime on little to no prior notice.
• Sufficient vision and hearing capability to work in job environment with physical dexterity sufficient to use computers and document production records
• A working leader who can participate in production runs in critical situations when needed.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. and stand for a long period of time.
• Language(s): English

The base pay range below is what Legend Biotech USA Inc. reasonably expects to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic location. The company reserves the right to modify this range as needed and in accordance with applicable laws.

Pay Range (Base Pay)

$96,267 - $126,351 USD

Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full‑time employees. Contractors are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech.

Benefits and Paid Time Off

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer eight (8) weeks of paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and eleven (11) company holidays. Additional voluntary benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long‑term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide voluntary commuter benefits, family planning and care resources, well‑being initiatives, and peer‑to‑peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.
• Other Types of Pay: Performance-based bonus and/or equity is available to employees in eligible roles.

Work Authorization & Employment Eligibility

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. As part of our commitment to maintaining a lawful workforce and ensuring compliance with federal employment regulations, we participate in the E‑Verify program. If you are selected for employment, you will be required to complete the Form I‑9 process, and your employment eligibility will be verified through E‑Verify in accordance with applicable federal law. We are committed to providing a fair, transparent, and welcoming hiring experience for all candidates.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances.

Employment is at‑will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company.

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