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Manufacturing Shift Manager

Excellent opportunity for a Manufacturing Shift Manager to join a Biologics Leader in the West of Ireland. The role will be responsible for leading operations of a 24/7 biologics manufacturing team in a bioprocessing facility.

Overview of your responsibilities (full job description available on request):

  • Serve as the primary technical contact for aseptic fill-finish activities.
  • Supervise and execute compounding, filling, lyophilization, equipment prep, formulation, buffer prep, and support processing to meet operational goals.
  • Lead, coach, and mentor your manufacturing team on a 12-hour rotating shift, ensuring clear communication of tasks and goals.
  • Promote a culture of contamination control and aseptic best practices on the floor.
  • Communicate departmental goals to produce cost-effective, quality-compliant products safely.
  • Collaborate with program management, supply chain, technical operations, quality, and engineering to ensure effective planning and execution of commercial and NPI clinical manufacturing.
  • Resolve operational and project issues by working with team members and stakeholders.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required for the Role:

  • At least 3 years of experience in batch processing, automation, commissioning, and validation in FDA/HPRA-regulated industries.
  • Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
  • Strong knowledge of cGMP and pharmaceutical regulatory requirements.
  • In-depth understanding of contamination control and aseptic processing standards.
  • Technical background in pharmaceuticals, biologics, or similar industries.
  • At least 1 year of supervisory experience in a team setting.

For a confidential discussion and more information on the role contact Courtney Russell

courtney.russell@collinsmcnicholas.ie

+353 (0) 71 9108062