Specialist Manufacturing

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY
With minimal supervision, support the execution of manufacturing/quality systems such as non-conformances, process validation, procedures, training, and new product introductions. Apply process, operational, scientific expertise, basic compliance knowledge, and analytical and troubleshooting skills to support manufacturing operations. May serve as primary production process owner for process support systems and assist with process ownership responsibilities on more complex process systems.

FUNCTIONS
Applied Process Expertise
1. Initiate, revise, and approve manufacturing procedures. Ensure all procedures reflect current operations. Serve as a document owner.
2. Assess process performance by observation of floor operations and review of performance data. Evaluate, plan, and implement solutions for process improvement opportunities.
3. Provide troubleshooting support.
4. Assist in generation of training materials and may assist in providing training on scientific or technical aspects of the process.

Process Monitoring:
1. Support establishment of process monitoring parameters and control limits. Collect process-monitoring data and support the assessment of deviations.

2. Provide support of timely execution of the process monitoring quarterly reports.

 

Non-Conformance and CAPA
1. Ensure that all non-conformances are triaged within the established goal.
2. Responsible for authoring investigation reports.
3. Responsible for execution of corrective actions.
4. Responsible for managing NC/CAPA closure within established goal.
5. Monitor and communicate incidents trends.
6. Review equipment/system Root Cause Analysis investigations and support trend evaluations.

Process Validation
1. Assist with generation of process validation protocols and reports.
2. Assist with the execution of the process validation.
3. Support collection and analysis of process validation data.

Regulatory:
1. May participate in regulatory inspections, New Product Introductions, and Process or Equipment Modifications:
1. Participate in the NPI process to assess requirements for documentation, materials, training, and equipment modifications.
2. Assess, prioritize, justify, and provide implementation and project management support for process or equipment modification projects.

Change Control:
1. Assist manufacturing change owner on CCRB packages impacting the process.

Projects and Initiatives:
1. Participate on the assessment or implementation of special projects or initiatives.
** Other functions may be assigned.

EDUCATION
-Doctorate OR
-Master’s + 2 years of Manufacturing Operations experience OR
-Bachelors + 4 years of Manufacturing Operations experience OR
-Associates + 8 years of Manufacturing Operations experience OR
-High school/GED + 10 years of Manufacturing Operations experience.

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS
-Detailed technical understanding of bioprocessing unit operations.
-Skilled in performance of GMP production operations.
-Regulatory knowledge and interactions.
-Participate and help lead cross-functional teams.
-Ability to communicate and collaborate with technical and management staff within manufacturing, process development, and quality.
-Organizational, technical writing and presentation skills.
-Basic project management skills.
-Basic knowledge of control charting.

 

What attributes (i.e. - preferred qualifications) would make this candidate stand out?   

Engineering Experience in Manufacturing Operations – Hands-on experience in process engineering, manufacturing support, or production systems within a regulated environment (biotech, pharmaceutical, or similar).

Technical Knowledge – Familiarity with automation systems, process equipment, and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, root cause analysis).

Problem-Solving Skills – Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot manufacturing issues, implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA), and drive process optimization.

Cross-Functional Collaboration – Proven experience working with operations, quality, and maintenance teams to deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Regulatory / GMP Knowledge – Understanding of cGMP, compliance, and documentation practices for regulated industries.

Additional Strengths – Strong communication, adaptability to change