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Shift Lead Media and Buffer Station

Shift Lead Media and Buffer Station

Germany Posted 2026-01-12

Media and Buffer Station Shift Lead (MBS)

Teil II Primäres Ziel der Stelle / Part II Primary Job Objective

The Media and Buffer Station Shift lead will play a pivotal role in establishing the Manufacturing Department during the production ramp-up start-up phase by leading the manufacturing team to consistently deliver on specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Department Description

As Media and Buffer Station Shift lead, you will be joining an organization where people of all backgrounds and experiences are respected, and where we work together focused on changing lives. In this role you will report to the Media and Buffer Station (MBS) Area Lead.

Teil IV Berufliche Verantwortung / Part IV Job Responsibilities

Oversees implementation of skills training and safety programs to ensure employees work in compliance with all company SOPs, policies, cGMPs and applicable safety and regulatory requirements.
The MBS Shift lead is responsible for commercial manufacturing operations. The position ensures the effective scheduling and utilization of facilities, equipment and personnel in producing quality products meeting customer delivery requests and internal performance targets.
Provide floor leadership, supervision and hands-on training for MBS Manufacturing personnel.
Optimize resources within assigned areas to ensure efficient compliant operations.
Participate in projects and activities which support company goal.
Supervise daily manufacturing activities in our MBS Department.
Draft and review GMP documents, including but not limited to SOP/MBR/URS/FAT/SAT, and review batch manufacturing records. Coordinate activities with other operational groups (quality, facilities, materials, etc) to ensure schedule adherence.
Collaborate with Quality Assurance to address deviations, perform investigations, support change controls, and implement corrective/preventive actions.
Ensure compliance for all manufacturing related activities are completed accurately and within allotted time frames.
Responsible for the development and coaching of employees to ensure the proper level of performance and behavior.
Assist performance appraisals and organizational audits to assess the current and future needs of the organization and implement plans to assure future needs are addressed.
Ability to solve MBS problems and deal with a variety of situations where critical problem solving is required.

Teil III Mindestanforderungen an die Stelle / Part III Minimum Requirements

Bildungshintergrund und Erfahrung / Education Background and Experience

Qualifications:

Apprenticeship as Chemikant/Pharmakant or CTA/BTA with several years of working experience (at least 5 years) in the biotech or biopharma industry is advantageous preferable with further qualification as “Techniker” or “Meister”. In addition, a BSc or MSc in Biochemistry or Biotechnology with several years of working experience in Life Science, Biotech or Biopharma Industry would be advantageous (at least 5 years)

Knowledge/Experience:

Ideally, experienced in establishing a Manufacturing department and building a team in a ‘greenfield’ context of similar size and scale.
More than 5 years in Chemical or Pharmaceutical Manufacturing with extensive experience in Process Automatization (e.g. DCS Systems).
Experience stainless steel systems (Buffer or Media Preparation & storage Vessel) with working volume between 1kL and 10kL is essential for this position.
Experience with DCS systems (e.g. DeltaV, ABB) is advantageous for this position.
Understanding of quality system in terms of deviation, investigation, CAPA and change control.
Experience in dealing with FDA, and/or EMA and CFDA, and have a solid understanding of quality system in terms of deviation, investigation, CAPA and change control.
Must be quality focused with knowledge and understanding of cGMP quality systems and how they apply to manufacturing operations.
Should have a comprehensive understanding of antibody/protein production and purification in mammalian cell culture.
High affinity to process automation and understanding of DCS-, LIMS- and SAP-systems is essential.
Excellent communication skills and good oral and written English

Besondere Kenntnisse / Special Knowledge/Behaviours

A strong leader with the ability to adapt to daily challenges of a manufacturing work environment while maintaining positive and productive attitude and fostering this attitude among direct reports.
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with staff at all levels of the organisation.
Ability to work on own initiative and be proactive.
Results oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a short period of time.
Excellent organisational and planning skills and strong attention to detail.

Onerous requirements

Must be willing to travel as required internationally to fulfil the responsibilities of the position

As we extend our global reach, we need colleagues interested in change, in challenge, and in building a new future together. Reach beyond yourself and discover your true potential! Apply now!

Would you like to know more before you apply? Please visit us at https://www.wuxibiologicscareers.com.
WuXi Biologics is an equal opportunities employer.

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