Job Description
Associate Director of Manufacturing
Location: Hertfordshire
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and dynamic Associate Director of Manufacturing to join a leading biopharmaceutical company specializing in next-generation T cell therapies for cancer treatment. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in a cutting-edge field, driving manufacturing excellence in an innovative and rapidly growing environment.
Role Overview
As Associate Director of Manufacturing, you will be responsible for leading and managing shift-based manufacturing teams in a 24/7 operation. A key aspect of this role is driving lean manufacturing improvements whilst ensuring efficient collaboration with Quality, MSAT, Engineering, Training, OPEX, and Supply Chain teams.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead and manage shift-based teams in a 7-day cell manufacturing operation, ensuring effective performance across multiple shifts and maintaining high operational standards.
2. Oversee the daily management of a large-scale cell manufacturing process, supporting an expected annual volume of 2000+ batches in multiple suites.
3. Maintain staff and equipment capacity to meet clinical and commercial patient demand while managing risk mitigation strategies.
4. Develop and implement training and deve...