Supervisor, Manufacturing

What if your leadership could directly impact the delivery of life‑changing therapies to patients worldwide? As a Supervisor, Manufacturing you will lead frontline operations in a dynamic GMP environment, driving performance, quality, and continuous improvement. You’ll empower a team, ensure operational excellence, and play a critical role in producing high‑quality clinical and commercial products safely and efficiently.

• Location:
  
  Durham, NC (onsite; no relocation support).
• This position follows a 2‑2‑3 night shift schedule, working hours 5:45 PM–6:15 AM.

• Lead shift manufacturing operations to meet production targets aligned with site strategy and quality standards.
• Assign tasks and coordinate team activities to ensure efficient and compliant operations each shift.
• Act as primary contact during shift for troubleshooting and emergency response coordination.
• Lead and document investigations, including deviations, non‑conformances, and corrective and preventive actions.
• Partner with Quality to resolve issues compliantly and drive timely closure of investigations.
• Ensure batch records and standard operating procedures are accurate, complete, and up to date.
• Maintain safe, environmentally responsible, and compliant manufacturing processes at all times.
• Monitor operations and identify continuous improvement opportunities to enhance performance and efficiency.
• Communicate shift performance and key updates clearly through end‑of‑shift summaries.
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members, managing performance, goals, and employee relations.

• One of the following experience pathways is required:
  • Bachelor of Science degree with at least five years of biopharmaceutical GMP manufacturing experience.
  • Bachelor of Science degree with three years of experience manufacturing Novartis Gene Therapies products.
  • Seven years of experience in biologics, pharmaceutical, or vaccine manufacturing within a GMP environment.
• Hands‑on experience in cell culture, recovery, purification, and aseptic fill/finish operations.
• Solid knowledge of FDA regulations and GMP systems.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to manage, mentor, and motivate teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing.
• Ability to meet physical requirements, including lifting over thirty‑five pounds and approximately ten percent travel.

The salary for this position is expected to range between $41.06 and $76.25 per hour. The final salary offered is determined based on relevant skills and experience, and will be reviewed upon joining. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.
Your compensation will include a performance‑based cash incentive and, depending on the level, eligibility for annual equity awards.
US‑based eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and other benefits. Employees also receive a generous time‑off package including vacation, personal days, holidays, and other leaves.

Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people. Collaborating, supporting, and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together?

Learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally. Read our handbook (PDF 30 MB).

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