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Senior Supervisor

Employer
GSK
Location
King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
May 26, 2022

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Sector
Pharmaceutical
Organization Type
Corporate
Jobseeker Type
Professional
Site Name: USA - Pennsylvania - King of Prussia Posted Date: Apr 1 2022 Are you looking for a challenging opportunity that allows you to leverage your technical expertise to accelerate delivery in biopharmaceuticals? If so, this Senior Supervisor role could be an exciting opportunity to explore. As a Senior Supervisor, you will be responsible for applying GSK Values and Expectations into the execution and oversight of daily tasks by engaging positively with the team. Ensure that team members use a patient and team-first mentality to achieve site and personal goals. Provide first-line supervision of daily manufacturing operations to a team of Manufacturing Associates, who operate microbial fermentation or cell culture equipment, prepare media and solutions, conduct chromatographic separations, perform filtration & concentration operations, prepare buffers and solutions, and perform related administrative duties. Is responsible for the execution of training plans as well as longer term development of the associates in technical capability and behaviors and expectations. The supervisor will participate in and sometimes lead investigation and resolution of issues, working with quality assurance and other cross functional teams to do so. Serves as a leader within their department in regards to process and system optimization, maintaining the production schedule, driving continuous improvement, and participating in cross functional collaboration and teamwork. The supervisor is responsible for developing other supervisors across the production team in areas of people leadership, technical capability, and business strategies. This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career, these responsibilities include some of the following… Senior Production Supervisors are expected to have the capability to perform production activities alongside Manufacturing Associates, while managing the absences and overall timesheets accordingly. Perform duties in a compliant manner and behave in accordance with site SOP's, GSK EHS standards, and relevant legal requirements, ensuring adherence to all Data Integrity principles, and that their team do the same. Assures that the preparation of bulk biopharmaceutical intermediates meets all quality standards for cGMP, GSK and any other applicable regulatory agency through the oversight and rigorous documentation review of their team's activities. Attends daily meetings to dictate, change, or maintain the production schedule while supporting interdepartmental activities on the production floor, or ensures a delegate does the same Supports successful implementation of new products and processes into the facility, including all appropriate equipment and area changeover activities. Maintains a high level of competency with current and emerging digital platforms (SAP, EBR, AR/VR, etc) and supports the implementation of digital platforms. Is a SME of their area, leading area tours, interfacing with regulators while on the production floor or in the inspection room, proactively identifying and resolving technical issues by executing tasks and revising documents within the site systems, and managing self and team deliverables on time. Develops Manufacturing Associate work assignments to meet production schedules and to assure that resources are used efficiently and that product delivery targets are met. Accountable for routine documentation in Manufacturing Associate development and/or performance management though activities such as assignments and associated technical training programs, to the individual benefit of the associates as well as to meet 9-box, succession plan, and engagement targets. Is a point person cross functionally, and influences peers to align themselves with the goals of the site to deliver high quality results and collaborates with cross functional teams including leads of other departments to deliver safe, high quality results. Manages a team that supports in cross-functional activities, such as engineering actions, validation actions and Tech Transfer actions, including proactive safety and compliance input prior to execution. Primarily these activities are within Why you? Basic Qualifications: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: BS/BA in a Technical field such as Engineering, Biology, Chemistry Or Associates Degree with 5 or more years of directly related experience. 5 + years experience in the Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology industry or 7 + years of equivalent experience. 2 + years of manufacturing supervisory experience Preferred Qualifications: If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: PhD or Masters Degree in Biological Science or Computer Science. Excellent communication skills and ability to influence. Strong quality/compliance orientation and track record. Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills. Ability to communicate internal to a production shift, production department, and to cross functional collegues in accordance with the GSK Values and Expectations. Strong influence and relationship building skills with an emphasis on teamwork. Comprehensive understanding of production system principles and their application. Knowledge and experience in a production area (e.g. cell culture, microbial fermentation, buffer prep, media prep, purification, etc.). Clear understanding of the control systems used to run processes in modern large scale Biopharmaceutical plants. Strong verbal and written communication skills which emphasize teamwork and a strong quality orientation. Strong team player with demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a diverse team. Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems. Why GSK? At GSK, we have already delivered unprecedented change over the past four years, improving R&D, becoming a leader in Consumer Health, strengthening our leadership, and transforming our commercial execution. Now, we're making the biggest changes we've made to our business in over 20 years. We're on track to separate and create two new companies in 2022: New GSK with a leading portfolio of vaccines and specialty medicines as well as R&D based on immune system and genetics science; and a new world-leading consumer healthcare company of loved and trusted brands. With new ambition comes new purpose. For New GSK, this is to unite science, talent and technology to get ahead of disease together - all with the clear ambition of delivering human health impact; stronger and more sustainable shareholder returns; and as a new GSK where outstanding people thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it. How we do all this is through our people and our culture. A culture that is ambitious for patients - so we deliver what matters better and faster; accountable for impact - with clear ownership of goals and support to succeed; and where we do the right thing. So, if you're ready to improve the lives of billions, join us at this exciting moment in our journey. 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