Job Information
About the Position
Introduction
Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.
Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care
Overview
We are looking to hire a Biologics Procurement Manager who will manage all tasks and functions associated with Biologics Procurement and Manufacturing Training. This includes managing the supply of red blood cells and other blood products needed for Werfen's Red Cell and Capture product line. This person will also manage activities associated with training new employees and cross-training or re-training current employees as needed for Red Cell Processing, Monoclonal Production, Production Support, Controlled Components, Solid Phase, Vialing and Packaging. If you’ve got the necessary skills and experience to excel in this position, we want to hear from you. Apply today!
This position is not eligible for sponsorship for work authorization by Immucor, Inc. Therefore, if you will require sponsorship from us for work authorization now or in the future, we cannot consider your application at this time.
Manager, Biologics Procurement and Manufacturing Training
Responsibilities
As the Manager, Biologics Procurement and Manufacturing Training, you will be responsible for managing the process for securing the supply of red blood cells and other blood products needed for Immucor's Red Cell and Capture product line and ensuring all products meet stringent specifications. You will ensure all new hire training and cross-training or re-training for current employees are compliant within GMP/Quality. Regulatory training areas. You will assist in the design, development, and execution of manufacturing process training for manufacturing personnel. You will support corporate expectations while maintaining compliance with GMP, Quality and Regulatory guidelines for the medical device industry.
Your essential duties and responsibilities include:
Employee Competency Assessment:
Manager, Biologics Procurement and Manufacturing Training
Qualifications
We are looking for a Manager, Biologics Procurement and Manufacturing Training, who will manage 4-6 employees, organize, schedule and supervise the daily operations of the Biologics Procurement department including Survey Production. Manager or assists in all areas of the Biologics Procurement lab, ensure appropriate completion of departmental equipment quality control, validation studies, process improvement and ongoing assessment for department trainers, assessing competence and submitting training records to L & D in a timely manner.
Specific qualifications for the role include:
- Bachelors’ degree (BS/BA) with emphasis in Biology, Microbiology or Chemistry from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 1-3 years experience in a GMP environment required.
- MT/CLS/Blood Bank Reference Lab/SBB preferred.
- 2-3 years Transfusion Service or science degree with industry experience, preferred
- Previous supervisory experience in manufacturing or Quality Control experience, preferred
- Must be available to work irregular hours including weekends and overtime as necessary to meet company requirements and production demands. May be required to cover additional responsibilities and/or provide consultation and/or assistance in "off-hours".
- Experience with extended red cell antigens and their characteristics, preferred
- Strong attention to detail and ability to summarize and communicate at all levels of the organization.
- Experience with Excel, SharePoint, Outlook, preferred
- Facilitation experience
Manager, Biologics Procurement and Manufacturing Training
If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.
Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.
We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.
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