Avid Bioservices, Inc.

Sr. Manager, MSAT Downstream

Avid Bioservices, Inc.$147K — $184K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences or production management
  • 8+ years of experience in manufacturing operations or manufacturing sciences in pharmaceutical or biotech organizations
  • Mandatory experience in biologics
  • Proven knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and ICH Q7A guidelines
  • In-depth understanding of manufacturing processes
  • Experience with equipment commissioning and validation requirements
  • Familiarity with executing process transfer into a manufacturing setting

Responsibilities

  • Spearhead and mentor a team of technical specialists to enhance manufacturing support and operational efficiency
  • Manage the planning and scheduling of work for technology transfer and manufacturing support
  • Liaise directly with clients to provide updates and troubleshoot process-related issues
  • Oversee the preparation and review of GMP production documents to ensure CMC compliance
  • Conduct evaluations of processes and equipment to recommend efficiency improvements
  • Supervise the transfer of new purification processes, including process validation studies
  • Lead risk assessments and create risk mitigation plans to ensure a compliant environment

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Opportunities for career growth and development
  • Supportive and inclusive work environment
Full Job Description
Description

Your Role:
Elevate your career by joining us as a Sr. Manager, MSAT Downstream, where innovation meets expertise in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. In this pivotal role, you'll lead a team of dedicated specialists, harnessing your technical prowess to revolutionize our manufacturing processes. Be the catalyst for change, driving continuous improvement and implementing cutting-edge practices to ensure the highest standards of robustness in our manufacturing operations. Your leadership will not only enhance our capabilities but also inspire your team to tackle complex challenges and excel in routine operations. Join us and play a crucial role in shaping the future of manufacturing sciences and technology.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Spearhead a team of technical specialists, fostering their growth and expertise to excel in supporting manufacturing processes. Drive the team's success in complex task management and enhance routine operational efficiency
  • Manage resource-plan and schedule of work for technology transfer and Manufacturing support.
  • Act as the primary liaison with clients, delivering updates and resolving process-related issues, ensuring seamless manufacturing outcomes.
  • Oversee the creation and critical review of GMP production reports and documents, ensuring compliance with CMC requirements. Lead the development and assessment of Manufacturing Batch Production Records for new processes.
  • Conduct thorough evaluations of processes and equipment, recommending advancements for improved efficiency and robustness.
  • Manage the transfer of new Purification processes from Product Development to Manufacturing, overseeing Process Validation Studies and Monitoring Programs.
  • Lead Risk Assessments and devise strategic Risk Mitigation plans, ensuring a safe and compliant manufacturing environment.
  • Assess and determine staffing needs to optimally support manufacturing demands, making strategic recommendations to align with production goals.
  • Build a collaborative network, influencing cross-functional teams effectively, even without direct authority.
  • Engage actively in departmental and company-wide initiatives, contributing to overarching goals through teamwork and leadership.
  • Maintain and update knowledge of technologies integral to downstream manufacturing operations.
  • Undertake and successfully execute additional projects and assignments to refine and improve manufacturing systems.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences or production management
  • 8+ years in manufacturing operations or manufacturing sciences within a pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing organization.
  • Mandatory experience in biologics
  • Proven experience working with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and ICH Q7A guidelines
  • In-depth knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes
  • Experience with equipment commissioning and validation requirements
  • Familiarity with executing process transfer into a manufacturing setting


Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This role is a full-time onsite position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday unless otherwise stated by Supervisor. The employee must also have the ability to work overtime and/or weekends when necessary.

Compensation:

We offer competitive compensation packages for this role, including a base salary, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

The compensation range for this role is $147,200 - $184,000 annually depending on experience and qualifications. Additionally, we offer opportunities for career growth and development as well as a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Who you are:
  • You have a "bring it on!" team player approach and an unshakable positive attitude, always ready to tackle anything that comes your way.
  • Your written and verbal skills are out of this world, and you communicate with clarity and confidence.
  • You have exceptional multitasking skills and an unparalleled attention to detail that ensure the smooth running of everything.
  • You are a master at building relationships, capable of establishing connections with anyone, be it team members, clients, vendors, or suppliers.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

In this dynamic role, expect a blend of regular activities like sitting, standing, and walking, with occasional physically engaging tasks such as lifting objects up to 25 pounds. The work environment might expose you to electrical shocks, toxic chemicals, vibrations, or loud noise levels occasionally. However, reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with different abilities to perform effectively, ensuring a supportive and adaptable work setting. Your visual acuity, including close, distance, and color vision, will be essential in navigating through the diverse day-to-day demands of this position.

About Avid Bioservices, Inc.

Avid Bioservices, Inc. is a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) focused on development and CGMP manufacturing of biopharmaceutical drug substances derived from mammalian cell culture. The company provides a comprehensive range of process development, high quality CGMP clinical and commercial manufacturing services for the biotechnology and biopharmaceutical industries. With 25 years of experience producing monoclonal antibodies and recombinant proteins in batch, fed-batch and perfusion modes, Avid's services include CGMP clinical and commercial drug substance manufacturing, bulk packaging, release and stability testing and regulatory submissions support. The company also provides a variety of process development activities, including cell line development and optimization, cell culture and feed optimization, analytical methods development and product characterization.
Learn more about Avid Bioservices, Inc.
Size
321 employees
Market Cap
$873.5 million
Industry
Net Income
$4.4 million
5 Year Trend
+15.7%
Revenue
$80.8 million
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