Lead Biotechnologist (Upstream)Full-timeWorkday Global Grade: 13Company DescriptionAbout AbbVieAbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us atwww.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie onLinkedIn,Facebook,Instagram,XandYouTube.Job DescriptionPurpose:Performs functions associated with cGMP manufacturing operations within the biologics production facility, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, and final materials.Completes batch documentation accurately and thoroughly, while adhering to the required quality and safety standards, and in a productive, cost-effective manner.Supports and leads operations & troubleshooting efforts during course of shift work to ensure adherence to schedule and production plan.Stands in as Deputy for Manufacturing Supervisor in his/her absence.Major Responsibilities:Operations and TechnicalDemonstrates ownership of upstream-specific operation area, including Inoculation, Cell Culture and RecoveryPlans and executes manufacturing operations using validated programs (such as LIMS, SAP, DeltaV, POMSnet, automated control systems, etc.)Completes manufacturing tasks efficientlyDemonstrates high degree of initiative to resolve issuesMakes recommendations for and implements new proceduresActs independently to determine methods and procedures on new assignmentsDrives projects and innovations to streamline processes and operation stepsDrives the resolution of anomalous processing events timelyInitiates Demand Work OrderSafetyEnsured safe work environment in accordance with regulatory and global/local EHS policiesReinforces importance of safety during critical operations and ensure that Positive Interventions and recommendations are regularly highlighted and acted upon.Leads safety risks assessments or participates in process hazard analysis as an operations representative (PHA)QualityResponsible for the completeness and accuracy of all recordsEnsures that all batch related document errors are resolved in a timely manner to avoid batch review and release delaysCommunicates all events/issues effectively with relevant stakeholdersDrive performance to ensure execution is carried out flawlessly to ensure Human Error related events are preventedResponsible for overall plant upkeep during the shift and ensuring plant is always in audit ready modeIs involved in preparation for regulatory audits and inspectionsInitiates Quality Records (Non-conformance)ScheduleAssists supervisor in planning to ensure adequate resources are available to support manufacturing demands per production schedule.Assigns tasks within the shift team to biotechnologistsProvides inputs to supervisor and manufacturing planner in events of unplanned downtimesRepresents the shift in cross-functional meetingsPeople and CultureSets a positive team environment and exemplifies the AbbVie Ways We Work behaviorsCoaches and trains other biotechnologists (100% trainer competency)Assists in developing training materialsQualificationsBachelors in Sciences (i.e. Biologicals, Biomedical, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical), Pharmacy, or Engineering (i.e. Biomedical, Chemical, Pharmaceutical), or equivalentMin 5+ years of relevant work experience in Biologics / Pharmaceutical industry required. Experience should include 3+ years of area / upstream specific experience, including Inoculation, Cell Culture and RecoveryExperience leading a shift team requiredHighly skilled specialist and strong problem solver who independently tackles complex assignments with initiative, contributing to the development of innovative concepts and techniquesDemonstrated ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment, takes full ownership of tasks assigned and acts with personal integrityKnowledge of complex technical issues and manufacturing experience in a biopharmaceutical / pharmaceutical or similar environmentGood interpersonal and communication skills requiredExcellent team player, with experience in shift work requiredAdditional InformationAbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. 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