Upstream Manufacturing Supervisor – Start-up Phase

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance Available

Job summary

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies in Holly Springs, NC is seeking an Upstream Supervisor to lead a team of manufacturing associates during the startup of a large-scale cell culture facility. The role includes commissioning activities, training plan development, and preparing for GMP runs later this year.

You will manage a shift team of 7–10, coordinate daily schedules, conduct regular 1:1s, and uphold a safe, cGMP-compliant environment while driving continuous improvement and cross-functional

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 8 years of pharma/biotech ops or projects.
• GMP/GLP manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience leading, supervising or managing others.

Responsibilities

• Provides on-the-floor leadership for a shift team of 7–10 manufacturing associates.
• Coordinates the manufacturing schedule through daily shift assignments and huddles.
• Conducts regular 1:1s focusing on development and success of team members.
• Maintains a safe, cGMP compliant environment with up-to-date training.
• Supports investigations and continuous improvement projects.
• Coordinates with maintenance/calibration and other spaces as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

Training & Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's in Life Sciences

Associates Degree in Life Sciences

Military Experience Equivalence

Job description

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies in Holly Springs, NC is seeking an Upstream Supervisor to lead a team of manufacturing associates during the startup of a large-scale cell culture facility. The role includes commissioning activities, training plan development, and preparing for GMP runs later this year.

You will manage a shift team of 7–10, coordinate daily schedules, conduct regular 1:1s, and uphold a safe, cGMP-compliant environment while driving continuous improvement and cross-functional