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Supervisor, Reagent Manufacturing - 2nd ShiftSan Diego - HeadquartersAt Element Biosciences, we are passionate about our mission to empower the scientific community with more freedom and flexibility to accelerate our collective impact on humanity. We have built a highly efficient product-driven organization where employees can learn, grow, and thrive in a challenging but encouraging environment. We are committed to scientific integrity, collegiality, honesty, objectivity, and openness.We are looking for a dynamic, driven, and passionate Manufacturing Supervisor to build, grow, and run a manufacturing team in a fast-paced and fun environment. We need an individual comfortable developing an organization and processes to support the unique needs of the genomics industry. We are building a fully integrated Operations team to work closely with our technology and product development teams to empower the scientific community and accelerate our collective impact on humanity. We look for flexible candidates eager to build an amazing company and launch amazing products!Our Reagent Manufacturing Supervisor will be leading a team of full-time and contractor technicians responsible for production execution across the entire Reagent Manufacturing value stream.This role will report to our Manager, Reagent Manufacturing and will be a 2nd Shift San Diego based role.If you possess the following and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to explore this role.Essential Functions and Responsibilities:As a PEOPLE LEADER: Professional and servant leader who removes roadblocks from the team, motivates them to victory, and supports their professional developmentAs a SUPERVISOR: A team player when it comes to solving problems and achieving production goalsAs a CONTRIBUTOR: An innovative and proactive problem solver and can be fully entrusted to deliver exceptional results on any project, task, or dutyDirects manufacturing leads and team members to ensure day-to-day production goals and schedule commitments are metAccountable for the shift's key performance indicators and the team's completion of the daily production schedule; ensures the team meets or exceeds manager expectationsEstablishes production schedules and priorities with manager oversight and ensures execution of the schedule is efficient and optimizedContributes to technology transfer and new product introduction as the voice of Manufacturing. Responsible for successful pilot/development runs and consults the manager on decisions impacting the broader teamPartners with Process Engineering and other support groups to enable troubleshooting and continuous improvement. Focuses on resource management, impact analysis, and improvements to safety, quality, efficiency, and throughputCollaborates with the Quality team to maintain adherence to quality systems, procedures, operating standards, and applicable compliance requirementsPartners with the Manager and Human Resources on hiring, performance, promotion, and termination decisions. Provides major input on FTE decisions, is responsible for contractor hiring, and executes the approved hiring planAccountable and responsible for the team's training program, including on-time completion of training assignments, accurate training plans, a robust OJT program, and appropriate ad-hoc, awareness, and remedial trainingResponsible for tactical coaching and development of team members and contributes to strategic team development in consultation with the manager. Provides leadership to a diverse workforce and supports ancillary production activities as neededEnsures team adherence to the Employee Handbook, company policies, environmental health and safety requirements, and safe work practices across formulating, filling, and kitting operationsKey contributor to ECO/DCO/NCR documentation. Authors selected technical documentation, owns area-specific WI/BR/SOP redlines, and contributes to higher-level Manufacturing documentationEducation and Experience:Bachelors in science, engineering, or a related discipline is preferred with 2+ years of relevant manufacturing/engineering experience in life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or diagnostic manufacturingAn equivalent combination of experience and education, including a high school diploma plus equivalent progressive experience, may be consideredPrior experience leading or supervising manufacturing personnel is requiredRelevant experience in the life science industry is preferredKnowledge of ISO 13485 is preferredAdvanced understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies; Green Belt trainingStrong verbal, written, and presentation skills; able to lead shift start-up/Tier I meetings and small-to-medium meetingsProficiency in people skills with sufficient emotional intelligence; collaborates effectively across teams and delivers tactful constructive feedback to direct reportsDemonstrated competency in critical thinking and problem solving, including outside-the-box problem solvingSolid knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and manufacturing/workplace systems such as Jira, Confluence, 42Q, Arena, NetSuite, ERP, QMS, or similar platformsUnderstanding of key manufacturing processes and technical elements, including basic DNA and sequencing principles, sufficient to enable effective troubleshooting and provide feedback on minor ECOs/DCOsAbility to perform descriptive data analysis using basic and intermediate statistical techniques and apply insights to root-cause analysis, process improvement, communication, and business decisionsBasic understanding of the wider business context, manufacturing finance, and ISO 13485 requirementsAbility to work in a fast-paced and technically challenging environment with strong ownership and mostly autonomous execution of day-to-day responsibilitiesStrong inclination toward continuous improvement, talent development, and building a collaborative, high-performing teamPhysical Requirements:This is a Second Shift position – 2pm – 10:30pm PST, Monday-FridayAbility to lift up to 20 poundsThe position requires physical activity and the handling of chemicals. Candidates are required to follow the safety protocols and be familiar with personal protective equipment (PPE) while working in the laboratory environmentLocation:San Diego – on-siteTravel:N/AJob Type:Full-time, ExemptBase Compensation Pay Range:$102,000 - $125,000In addition to base compensation noted above, you will be eligible for stock options, discretionary annual bonus, no cost health insurance plans, 401k with company match, and flexible paid time off.Please note: Base compensation will depend on multiple factors, including geographic location, qualifications, and experience.We foster an environment such that all people are afforded the freedom to pursue their passions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
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