Biological Production Supervisor

Position: AVS Bio Biological Production Supervisor
** Biological Production Supervisor*
* ** Title**:
Biological Production Supervisor   
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* Location:

** Preston, CT  
** Industry:
** Pharmaceutical  
** Salary:** $70K  
** Shift**:
Mon-Fri 5am - 1:30pm   
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* Employment Type:

** Direct Hire     
** Client Overview
** Explore Exciting Career Opportunities at AVS Bio! Step into the dynamic world of biotechnology, where innovation meets impact. The AVS Bio sector is at the forefront of groundbreaking research and development, creating solutions that enhance health and improve lives globally. By joining this industry, you ll not only be part of a transformative field, but you will also enjoy unparalleled growth opportunities, a collaborative environment, and the satisfaction of making a real difference in society.
AVS Bio is a global leader in biologics with more than 60 years of innovation supporting the development of vaccines, therapeutics, diagnostics, and breakthrough scientific research that protects human and animal health worldwide.

** Overview** |  || --- || Responsible for oversight and daily supervision of animal care staff and facilities, produce quality product following SOPs and Outlines of Production (OPs) while maintaining biosecurity. |
** Essential Duties and Responsibilities*
* * Responsible for daily oversight of animal care staff at assigned facility to ensure accurate and timely completion of work and paperwork according to applicable SOPs and OPs.
* Train staff on poultry husbandry duties and monitor training programs to ensure ongoing effectiveness. Training includes but are not limited to bird receipts, inoculations, test bleeds, environmental sampling, final bleeds, bursa harvests, temperature monitoring, and room recycling.
* Perform or oversee submission of required testing submission to the testing laboratory.
* Oversee processing of USDA licensed BDA and Bursa products.
* Prepare, review, and submit documentation for testing and/or release of USDA licensed BDA and Bursa products.
* Coordinate with direct supervisor to determine bird deliveries for Bursa and BDA products.
* Work with suppliers on discounts/information/sourcing.
* Work with outside contractors, electricians, plumbers, etc.
* Oversee maintenance and housekeeping of all farm property and production/processing equipment.
* Maintain records according to SOPs and OPs.
* Deliver product to laboratory for final testing or shipping as needed.
* Respond to alarms quickly and efficiently.
* Work in animal rooms and laboratory as needed.
* Monitor performance of direct reports. Provide regular coaching and counseling. Partnering with next level of management, prepare and deliver salary and performance reviews; review and approve performance and salary appraisals initiated by direct reports.
* Authorize overtime as needed. Review and approve timecards, vacation/time off requests, and coordinate vacation/time off schedules.
* Interview and select qualified exempt and non- exempt departmental personnel with the direct supervisor. Recommend, review and approve personnel actions, including hiring, promotions and raises. Partner with Human Resources in the handling of disciplinary issues. Prepare and/or approve appropriate personnel action paperwork.
* Identify training and development needs of direct reports. Monitor training programs to ensure ongoing effectiveness.
* Ensure optimum performance of group function. Determine and implement techniques to improve productivity, increase efficiencies, cut costs, take advantage of opportunities, and maintain state-of-the-art practices.
* Represent the department in regulatory and customer audits.
* Communicate departmental policies and procedures; ensure communication of duties and responsibilities to employees.
* Perform all other related duties…