Raw Materials Manager

Reporting to the Senior Production Manager this position will be responsible for the culture and purification of raw material in the Bio-Rad Oxford antibody manufacturing unit. The position would oversee the thaw, expansion and production batch culture of hybridoma cells and the creation of purified raw material alongside the replenishment of cell banks.

The role requires line management of the raw materials group and setting of the schedule based on available equipment and headcount. 

This is a lab based position.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Scheduling of work activities, forward capacity planning
• Output of purified antibody batches released under ISO9001 guidelines
• Line management of 4 to 5 Technicians including Training and Development 
• Process improvement guidance for projects
• Measurement and analysis of trends in the department
• Protocol updates, troubleshooting, equipment maintenance
• Working to ISO9001 guidelines and company procedures the role also requires batches to be released to QC, maintenance of equipment and monitoring of departmental KPIs.

What You Bring:

• Degree or equivalent in Life Science subject
• Minimum 5 years’ experience of culture/protein manufacturing in a commercial environment/organization
• Working knowledge of Quality Systems requirements, ISO, GMP, or similar
• Proficient at troubleshooting and performing root cause analysis of process variance or failure
  
• A working/demonstrable knowledge of antibody manufacture from cell culture
• Cell culture background with experience in multiple techniques including stirred lab scale culture and automated bioreactors.
• Clone optimization and process development experience would also be essential preferably using techniques and equipment such as the AmBr250.
• Experience in authoring and updating SOPs.
• Able to extract, verify, compile and articulate information from a variety of sources
  
• Able to lead projects to improve manufacturing processes
• People management experience desirable
  
• A forward-thinking with a desire not only to learn but also to utilize knowledge to improve procedures and practices and be a great ambassador for positive change.
• Ability to deliver training in process and procedure
• Train the trainer knowledge would also be desirable to ensure continued competency of the team.

If you have experience that aligns with the responsibilities of this role, we encourage you to apply!

Who We Are:

For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Recently voted a Best Place to Work, Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

The antibody manufacturing unit is headquartered in Kidlington, near Oxford, England, along with its main production facilities.

Benefits:  Bio-Rad's biggest asset is its people, and the reason why our Total Rewards deliver programs that provide value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Our robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle.

We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including pension matched up to 8%, private health & dental insurance with Bupa, bonus scheme, life insurance & income protection, 25 days holiday plus an extra day off on your birthday, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, High Street shopping discounts, Gym subscriptions discounts, employee referral scheme & our EAP Help@Hand (including 24/7 online GP, physio, mental health support & virtual wellbeing program).

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with disabilities, and people of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, and orientations are encouraged to apply. 

Agency Non-Solicitation: Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes, unless the agency has been authorised by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. Please do not submit resumes unless authorised to do so. Bio-Rad will not pay for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. 

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