What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervisor, Manufacturing position at Catalent Pharma Solutions?
Summary:
Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually.
Our FDA-licensed, state-of-the-art CGMP manufacturing facility for Gene Therapies is located on the Harmans/BWI campus. The campus, featuring two manufacturing facilities is located 5 miles from the Baltimore Washington International (BWI) airport and 13 miles from our Baltimore location. The campus is close to Washington, DC’s I-270 Technology Corridor, top universities, and government agencies.
The Harmans/BWI-1 EMA and FDA approved facility, at approximately 200,000 sq. ft., houses 10 CGMP manufacturing suites, fill/finish, central services, testing labs, and a warehouse.
The Harmans/BWI-2 facility, at approximately 145,000 sq. ft., is under development and will house 8 CGMP manufacturing suites and cold storage warehousing.
Both facilities support Phase 3 through commercial manufacturing of advanced therapeutic products including AAV and other viral vector-based therapies and vaccines.
The Manufacturing Supervisor is accountable for leading teams to execute procedures for upstream manufacturing and support area of manufacturing using SOP’s and batch records. Operating production equipment for upstream processing that may include process monitoring, media prep and harvesting. This position is accountable for ensuring all team members are trained and training is completed on time prior to entering the production floor.
This is a full-time on-site position, 7am-7pm
Catalent is committed to a Patient First culture through excellence in quality and compliance, and to the safety of every patient, consumer, and Catalent employee.
$10,000 sign on bonus
The Role:
Supervision of manufacturing processes and personnel
Ensure staff are fully trained on all cGMP manufacturing operations and documentation and adhering to safety guidelines
Build effective teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
Drive engagement and create a culture where employees are motivated to do their best.
Oversee daily activity for the group to ensure quality results Performance management for direct reports.
Draft and revise official manufacturing documents, SOPs, Batch Records, Validation Protocols.
Lead initiation and closure of deviations; may serve as the lead in the departmental investigation and be responsible for closing out deviations and CAPAs
Coordinate with other production supervisors, managers, and project managers to execute production campaigns on-time.
Ensure batches adhere to established Quality standards.
GMP batch review and close-out with Quality Assurance group.
Collaborate with MST and development groups to assist with tech-transfer, scale-up, and translation activities.
Conduct performance reviews of manufacturing associates.
Provide input for hiring new manufacturing associates and conduct interviews.
Provide daily production updates to production managers, client representatives, and project managers.
Provide guidance for continuous improvement initiatives with Upstream team.
Represent the department to clients and on cross-functional project teams.
Execute and monitor critical processes supporting mammalian and microbial production facilities
Extensive experience with the following: large-scale centrifuges, washers, autoclaves
Ability to contribute to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standards
Assist Facilities and Engineering personnel as necessary on equipment maintenance and calibration
Provide support to cross-functional teams to meet production or timeline demands.
Demonstrate understanding in scientific concepts, technical operations, safety, and Good Manufacturing Practice.
Adhere to Quality standards and learn and comply with regulatory requirements.
Provide suggestions for process optimization and efficiency, where applicable.§ Write standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and other documents as necessary.
Complete manufacturing documents such as batch records, logbooks
Assist in the execution of validation protocols
Ability to accurately analyzes and processes scientific data
Ensure the completeness and accuracy of manufacturing documentation per approved procedures
Identify and support the implementation of process efficiencies and areas for improvement
Ensures solutions are consistent with organization's objectives
Demonstrate ability to perform all process steps upstream and/or support production operations
Ability to generate SOPs for equipment and procedures used in the manufacture of biological products
Leads by example, keeping in mind organizational values, policies and goals. Develops people and team coaching and collaboration.
Proactively partners with Human Resources to attract and retain top talent and takes an active role in ensuring new employee onboarding is a success.
Other duties as assigned.
The Candidate:
Masters’ degree in a Scientific, Engineering or Biotech field with 4 – 6 years’ experience with upstream (fermentation/bioreactor) biologic production processes under GMP compliance.
OR
Bachelor’s degree in a Scientific, Engineering or Biotech field with 6 - 8 years’ experience with upstream (fermentation/bioreactor) biologic production processes under GMP compliance.
OR
HS Diploma or Associate Degree with 8 – 10 years’ experience with upstream (fermentation/bioreactor) biologic production processes under GMP compliance.
Demonstrable leadership experience at Catalent (including but not limited to participation in Catalent-sponsored leadership programs such as NGGL, GOLD, GM Excellence, and GROW) may be considered in place of external experience.
Experience in mammalian or microbrial cell culture a required.
Solid experience with the following: large-scale centrifuges, washers, autoclaves
Proficient knowledge and ability to apply scientific principles utilized to solve operational, as well as routine production tasks.
Proficient knowledge of documentation including comprehension, review & establishing Batch Production Records, SOP’s, deviation & summary reports.
Actively pursues learning of required skills, new skills, and new equipment.
Possesses proficient equipment understanding, including understanding equipment function and application.
Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success.
Solid communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences and the ability to create and communicate complex concepts and analyses in easy-to-understand ways.
The anticipated salary range for this position in Maryland is
$93,280- $128,260 plus shift differential and annual bonus, when eligible. The final salary offered to a successful candidate may vary, and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc. Catalent is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.
Position Benefits:
Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process
Diverse, inclusive culture
Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives
152 hours of paid time off annually + 8 paid holidays
Competitive salary with yearly bonus potential
Community engagement and green initiatives
Generous 401K match and Paid Time Off accrual
Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment
Tuition Reimbursement
Salary : $93,000 - $128,000