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<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">The Opportunity:
</h2>Avantor is looking for a Supervisor of Biological Production to join our team.
 
 
The Supervisor of Biological Production oversees the daily planning, implementation and maintenance of the manufacturing activities of Preserved Materials and Geology. Ensuring the effective use of materials, equipment and personnel in producing quality products at minimum costs. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
What we&rsquo;re looking for
<ul><li>Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a technical field, preferably life science, chemistry and/or , or equivalent experience required
</li><li>Experience: Life science, chemistry, chemical engineering or chemical production experience required
</li><li>Highly organized and self-motivated individual who can work independently with little supervision
</li><li>Must have strong leadership skills and problem solving abilities
</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills
</li><li>Ability to perform risk assessment of products and processes and develop corrective measures
</li><li>Must be able to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations
</li><li>Computer literacy applied to scheduling, procedure revisions and data management is required
</li><li>Ability to take initiative, meet deadlines, and lead people in a team environment essential
</li><li>Proven track record of reducing costs through process improvements and efficiencies
</li><li>Must be hands-on, team oriented and committed to business improvement processes
</li></ul>How you will thrive and create an impact
<ul><li>Supervise the activities of the manufacturing employees.
</li><li>May supervise the activities of other departments (production, maintenance, shipping).
</li><li>Plan, schedule, and coordinate departmental activities (including staffing) to fulfill sales orders, meet inventory requirements, and deliver manufactured products in accordance with established procedures and approved processes.
</li><li>Responsible for site security, safety and proper shutdown of site at conclusion of shift.
</li><li>Supervise and participate in the production operations.
</li><li>Monitor and improve the efficiency, output and safety of manufacturing processes through observations and measurements as well as by collecting and interpreting data
</li><li>Ensures proper manufacturing processes are followed in accordance to written documentation (i.e., Batch Records, SOP&rsquo;s, Work Instructions).
</li><li>Maintains and revises procedures associated with production processes to ensure accuracy, consistency and product quality.
</li><li>Create, edit, and maintain necessary documentation (SOP&rsquo;s, Work Instructions).
</li><li>Ensure all manufacturing safety policies and procedures are implemented and maintained at all times.
</li><li>Investigates and eliminates departmental non-conformities in manufacturing processes by employing root cause analysis and implements corrective and preventative actions.
</li><li>Analyze and design lean manufacturing cells using effective systems to optimize use of space, equipment, material, personnel and increase capacities.
</li><li>Assist in developing plant layout in planning rearrangement of facilities, equipment and operations for better utilization of space and to increase capacities.
</li><li>Supports process validations by defining process to quality parameters, executing protocols, collecting/interpreting data and supporting protocol summary where needed.
</li><li>Monitors work for accuracy, neatness, and conformance to policies and procedures.
</li><li>Trains, motivates, monitors and evaluates performance of manufacturing employees.
</li><li>Develop and implement departmental cross training initiatives to allow for flexible resources and aid in improved capacities.
</li><li>Actively participates with internal and/or customer audits.
</li><li>Participates with activities directly related to ISO certification, and on-going conformance.
</li><li>Works closely with internal departments to assure commitment to customer is met in a timely manner.
</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned. 
</li></ul> 
 
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS &amp; PHYSICAL EFFORT (Under Typical Positions)
<ul><li>Typically works in an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation and a normal range of temperature and noise level.
</li><li>Although the associate primarily works in an office environment, while performing the duties of this job, the associate can be exposed to an industrial warehouse environment. The associate may work near moving mechanical machinery and/or vehicles and the noise level in the work environment can be loud.
</li><li>Work assignments are diversified. Examples of past precedent are used to resolve work problems. New alternatives may be developed to resolve problems.
</li><li>A frequent volume of work and deadlines impose strain on routine basis.
</li><li>Minimal physical effort is required. Work is mostly sedentary but does require walking, standing, bending, reaching, lifting or carrying objects that typically weigh less than 10 lbs.
</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Disclaimer:
</h2>The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Why Avantor?
Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!
Pay Transparency:
The expected pre-tax pay for this position is
$56,500.00 - $90,850.00
Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.
EEO Statement:
We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights poster .
3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:
By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.</div>

Supervisor of Biological Production

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 The Opportunity
 
 
 
 At Avantor, people are the most important part of our success because they drive our global performance. That&rsquo;s why our Operations, Lab Services, Sales, and many other Avantor teams rely on our talent acquisition initiatives to attract, engage and hire the right talent. Avantor&rsquo;s Quality Assurance &amp; Quality Systems vertical is a crucial part of this mix, enabling all our internal teams worldwide to grow beyond their limits.
 
 
 The Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst is responsible for contributing to the performance of our Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance to ISO standards/corporate policies and creating a culture of quality across the business. The QA Analyst is responsible for support functions related to the quality systems team, clerical and administrative support, data entry and other supporting functions to ensure maintenance of policies and procedures according to applicable regulatory requirements. The individual will be required to interpret customer purchase orders for quality obligations and will need to negotiate terms of those requirements. This position may also support or participate in the preparation and implementation of QA policies and procedures, perform and manage internal audits, assist or lead customer audits and regulatory inspections, resolve process flow issues, and ensure standards and safety regulations are observed. The QA Analyst must have excellent communication skills to document and perform QA activities, such as writing clarification letters, creating internal audit reports, managing root cause investigations of audit findings, preparing Corrective and Preventive Action reports (CAPA), communicating directly with customers, creating and administering internal training materials and collaborating among cross functional departments. The QA Analyst is an integral member of the site-based leadership team and will actively represent Quality at different facilities. The focus of the position is to develop, perform, manage and continuously improve quality assurance related activities in compliance with ISO and other related standards/guidance.
 
 
 This position reports into the Sr. Supervisor, Quality Systems and will be onsite at our Carpinteria, CA location.
 
 
 
 What We&rsquo;re Looking For
 
 
 
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 Education: High School diploma required. Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in science (Biology, Chemistry, Environmental, etc.) preferred or demonstrable evidence of job-related professional experience and/or strong internal knowledge of Avantor.
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 Experience: 1-3 years of quality and/or contract management
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 Experienced or certified internal auditor for ISO9001 and AS 9100 or related standards/guidance/regulations (ex. GxP, IPEC, etc.) preferred.
 </li>
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 Project management experience preferred.
 </li>
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 Experience in using quality management/problem solving principles, tools and methodologies (ex. Lean principals, Six Sigma, PDCA, Kaizen, etc.) preferred.
 </li>
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 Knowledge of SAP preferred.
 </li>
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 Proficient computer/Microsoft Office skills.
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 Experience with Agile or similar QMS software preferred.
 
 
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 Who You Are
 
 
 
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 Strong knowledge of distribution, manufacturing, or production operations.
 </li>
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 Excellent communication skills (verbal and written); ability to effectively communicate with customers, registrars and Avantor associates of different levels.
 </li>
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 Strong organizational and time management skills, ability to prioritize work.
 </li>
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 Ability to document processes and lead consensus for standardization across Avantor network.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 How You Will Create An Impact
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensure purchase order contractual obligations are met for quality related aspects through review, interpretation, and negotiation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Root cause investigations related to customers&rsquo; complaints against quality process failures/nonconformances, issue CAPAs and ensure they are closed on time, create and issue formal customer responses, and verify CAPAs are properly implemented and effective.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare, participate and host Quality Assurance (QA) related activities (e.g., internal audits, continuous improvement activities, internal training, external audits from customers, registrars, regulatory agencies (e.g., FDA, DEA, etc.) and site tours.
 </li>
 <li>
 Create, review, and update controlled documents (Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions, Forms, Training Materials).
 </li>
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 Identify and implement corrections or process improvements that will ensure the health and compliance of our QMS. Including participating in ABS events related to reduction of errors, process improvements, and improved customer experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support Lead Auditors with various problem-solving principles, tools and methodologies (e.g., Lean principals, Six Sigma, PDCA, Kaizen, etc.).
 </li>
 <li>
 Collect, manage and maintain quality data/records, prepare routine/special reports and interpret such information to assess the health of our QMS and make recommendation to management.
 </li>
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 Participate in the ongoing surveillance and recertification activities required to remain ISO Certified.
 </li>
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 This position is customer facing and often supports our commercial team. It includes, but is not limited to, preparing for and participating in routine customer calls/events (e.g., Quarterly Business Reviews, Quality Summits, Gemba Walks, etc.)
 </li>
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 Attend and participates in departmental and/or corporate events (e.g., Town Halls, Management Review Meetings, etc.) and may serves as the Subject Matter Expert for Quality to support various continuous improvement initiatives, projects, Kaizens, etc.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Disclaimer
 
 
 
 The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
 
 
 
 Why Avantor?
 
 
 
 
 Dare to go further in your career.
 
 Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
 
 
 The work we do changes people's lives for the better.
 
 It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
 
 We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world.
 
 Apply today!
 
 
 
 
 Pay Transparency
 
 
 
 The expected pre-tax pay for this position is
 
 
 $69,000.00 - $110,975.00
 
 
 Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.
 
 
 
 EEO Statement
 
 
 
 We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.
 
 
 If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
 
 
 For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights poster.
 
 
 
 3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy
 
 
 
 By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.
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