Operations Supervisor

Legend Biotech; Raritan (NJ); On-site; USD 93,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company is seeking an Operations Supervisor to direct daily production in a sterile cGMP environment. This role involves supervising teams and ensuring compliance while driving continuous improvement in cell therapy operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operations and leadership skills to effectively manage production processes and personnel.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Matched 401K

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Paid Maternity Leave

Paid Paternity Leave

Pet Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 6 years of operations experience in a cGMP environment required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills necessary.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production operations within the CAR-T process.
• Lead production meetings and assign tasks to operators.
• Work closely with staff to ensure compliance with cGMP.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Legend Biotech is seeking an 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

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Support manufacturing investigations, create/revise operational procedures, including manufacturing work instructions, master batch records, forms, and support and manage change controls.
• Work closely with Operations Manager to help oversee the development of production personnel, provide input on personnel performance.
• 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.
• 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
  
  
  

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.
  
  
  

The anticipated base pay range for this is: $93,463 - $128,512 USD.

Legend Biotech is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Legend’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Legend Biotech maintains a drug-free workplace.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Matched 401K
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Paid Paternity Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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