Alcon

Supervisor, Manufacturing

Alcon$85K — $158K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree required in relevant field with 5-7 years of GMP experience
  • Hands-on experience in cell culture, recovery, purification, and aseptic fill finish operations
  • In-depth knowledge of FDA regulations and GMP systems
  • Proven leadership skills for managing and mentoring teams
  • Strong communication skills for technical writing and presentations
  • Ability to meet physical requirements including lifting over 35 pounds and travel (10%)

Responsibilities

  • Lead manufacturing operations to achieve production targets and ensure quality adherence
  • Assign tasks and coordinate team activities for efficient operations
  • Act as primary contact for troubleshooting and emergency response coordination
  • Conduct investigations and document findings related to deviations and non-conformances
  • Collaborate with Quality to address compliance issues and close investigations
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of batch records and SOPs
  • Promote safe and compliant manufacturing processes at all times
  • Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities
  • Communicate performance and updates through end of shift summaries
  • Mentor and develop team members, managing performance and goals

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, life, and disability benefits
  • 401(k) plan with company contributions
  • Generous time-off package including vacation and personal days
  • Annual bonuses based on performance and potential equity awards
  • Opportunity for professional growth in a leading biopharmaceutical organization
Full Job Description

Job Description Summary

What if your leadership could directly impact the delivery of life-changing therapies to patients worldwide? As a Supervisor, Manufacturing, you will lead frontline operations in a dynamic GMP environment, driving performance, quality, and continuous improvement. You’ll empower a team, ensure operational excellence, and play a critical role in producing high-quality clinical and commercial products safely and efficiently.

Job Description

Location:

  • This position will be located in Durham, NC and will be an onsite role.
  • Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

Shift:

  • This position follows a 2-2-3 night shift schedule, with working hours from 5:45 PM to 6:15 AM.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead shift manufacturing operations to meet production targets aligned with site strategy and quality standards

Assign tasks and coordinate team activities to ensure efficient and compliant operations each shift

Act as primary contact during shift for troubleshooting and emergency response coordination

Lead and document investigations, including deviations, non conformances, and corrective and preventive actions

Partner with Quality to resolve issues compliantly and drive timely closure of investigations

Ensure batch records and standard operating procedures are accurate, complete, and up to date

Maintain safe, environmentally responsible, and compliant manufacturing processes at all times

Monitor operations and identify continuous improvement opportunities to enhance performance and efficiency

Communicate shift performance and key updates clearly through end of shift summaries

Mentor, coach, and develop team members, managing performance, goals, and employee relations

Essential Requirements:

  • One of the following experience pathways is required:
    • Bachelor of Science degree with at least five years of biopharmaceutical GMP manufacturing experience
    • Bachelor of Science degree with three years of experience manufacturing Novartis Gene Therapies products
    • Seven years of experience in biologics, pharmaceutical, or vaccine manufacturing within a GMP environment
  • Hands-on experience in cell culture, recovery, purification, and aseptic fill finish operations
  • Solid knowledge of FDA regulations and GMP systems
  • Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to manage, mentor, and motivate teams
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing
  • Ability to meet physical requirements, including lifting over thirty five pounds and approximately ten percent travel

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary:

The salary for this position is expected to range between $41.06 and $76.25 per hour.

The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.

US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

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Salary Range

$85,400.00 - $158,600.00


 

Skills Desired

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About Alcon

Alcon is a global medical company specializing in eye care products and services. The company's products include surgical equipment, contact lenses, and eye drops. Alcon was founded in 1945 and is headquartered in Baar, Switzerland. The company operates in over 70 countries and has over 20,000 employees. In 2019, Alcon became an independent publicly traded company after being spun off from Novartis.
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Size
24,389 employees
Market Cap
$33.3 billion
Industry
Founded
1945
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