Manufacturing Operations / Production Supervision (Upstream Processing) Senior Supervisor
MOPSUP.GEN.M2
The Senior Supervisor leads a team of production staff in upstream manufacturing, ensuring processes such as media preparation, inoculation, cell growth in bioreactors, and harvest are executed effectively.
The Senior Supervisor leads a team of production staff in upstream manufacturing, ensuring processes such as media preparation, inoculation, cell growth in bioreactors, and harvest are executed effectively.
The story of this role
Who does this work
A skilled Production Supervisor in Manufacturing Operations who wants to ensure the efficient and safe production of high-quality biologic products while fostering a motivated and productive team.
The problem this role solves
- The external problem: Complexities in upstream processing and compliance with stringent GMP standards can hinder effective operations.
- The internal problem: The pressure to maintain high production quality and meet deadlines leads to stress and uncertainty.
- Why it matters: Every biologic product produced impacts patient lives, and the hero believes it's their responsibility to uphold the highest standards in manufacturing.
The plan
- 1. Implement a robust training program for the team focusing on GMP compliance and safety procedures.
- 2. Establish clear communication channels for active listening and feedback between team members.
- 3. Monitor and evaluate production processes continuously to identify bottlenecks and ensure timely resolutions.
- 4. Set achievable production targets while maintaining a focus on team morale and resource management.
- 5. Conduct regular performance reviews to guide personnel development and optimize individual skills.
What's at stake
Increased production errors lead to costly recalls and damage to the company's reputation. High staff turnover resulting in loss of critical knowledge and disruptions in the production process.
Success looks like
Productivity increases and deadlines are consistently met while adhering to GMP standards. Team members report higher job satisfaction leading to reduced turnover rates.
Summary
The Senior Supervisor leads a team of production staff in upstream manufacturing, ensuring processes such as media preparation, inoculation, cell growth in bioreactors, and harvest are executed effectively. This role involves overseeing multiple production suites or shifts, managing complex campaigns, and serving as the right-hand to upstream managers.
Level — M2 — Manager II
Manages an established team or sub-function; owns planning and performance for the group.
- Scope
- An established team or sub-function
- Autonomy
- Owns planning for the group
- Complexity
- Cross-project coordination and priorities
- Impact
- Group delivery and development
- Decision rights
- Owns staffing, priorities, performance for the group
- Leadership
- Manages a team; sometimes manages leads
- Typical experience
- 5–8 yrs
Core outputs
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Responsibilities10
- Supervise a team of upstream manufacturing associates and technicians.commonlevel
- Oversee all steps of the upstream process, including media and buffer preparation.commonlevel
- Use electronic batch records and control system data to monitor batch progress.commonlevel
- Ensure all batch records, logbooks, and forms are completed accurately.commonlevel
- Organize training sessions for new procedures or equipment.commonlevel
- Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, or efficiency in the upstream area.commonlevel
- Act as the primary interface between upstream production and other departments.commonlevel
- Ensure compliance with GMP standards in all upstream processes.commonlevel
- Coordinate with quality assurance to address any deviations or issues.commonlevel
- Manage resources effectively to meet production schedules.commonlevel
Tasks5
- Supervise upstream production activities.commonlevel
- Monitor and report on batch progress.commonlevel
- Ensure accurate completion of production documentation.commonlevel
- Conduct training for new procedures.commonlevel
- Identify and implement process improvements.commonlevel
Skills8
- Team leadershipcommonlevel
- Process optimizationcommonlevel
- GMP compliancecommonlevel
- Electronic batch record managementcommonlevel
- Training and developmentcommonlevel
- Cross-departmental communicationcommonlevel
- Safety managementcommonlevel
- Quality assurance collaborationcommonlevel
Knowledge8
- Bioprocess manufacturingcommonlevel
- GMP standardscommonlevel
- Upstream processing techniquescommonlevel
- Bioreactor operationscommonlevel
- Media and buffer preparationcommonlevel
- Safety protocolscommonlevel
- Quality control processescommonlevel
- Resource allocationcommonlevel
competency8
- Leadership & People Managementcommonlevel
- Organization and Multitaskingcommonlevel
- Problem-solvingcommonlevel
- Communicationcommonlevel
- Attention to detailcommonlevel
- Adaptabilitycommonlevel
- GMP Compliancecommonlevel
- Resource managementcommonlevel
qualification5
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering or related field.commonlevel
- 6–10+ years of experience in bioprocess manufacturing or a related field.commonlevel
- Experience with upstream processes in a GMP setting.commonlevel
- Certification in Biopharmaceutical Operations or an advanced certificate in Bioprocessing.commonlevel
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.commonlevel
Title aliasesshow ▾
| Alias | Type | Confidence | Approved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing Operations / Production Supervision (Upstream Processing) Senior Supervisor | common | medium0.60 | — |
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