Manufacturing Cell Processing Team Lead

Winston-Salem, NC (Onsite)

Hiring 2 Team Leads | Basic relocation package available, direct hire roles

Compensation & Schedule

• $34 – $44/hour

• 8% bonus + equity eligibility

• Approximately 10 hours overtime weekly

• Rotating Saturdays every 6 weeks

• Reliability and schedule flexibility are essential

Shift Options

• Shift A: Sunday–Thursday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

• Shift B: Monday–Thursday | 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM, Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Higher pay range targeted toward candidates with 8–10 years of experience and prior lead or training responsibilities.

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Cell Processing Team Lead provides floor leadership and technical support within a cGMP-regulated cell therapy manufacturing environment. This role supports daily manufacturing operations, production scheduling, troubleshooting, training, and process execution while ensuring compliance with cGMP, GDP, and aseptic processing standards.

Candidates should have strong biotech, biologics, or cell therapy manufacturing experience and the ability to train, mentor, and hold teams accountable in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support cell processing operations including cell culture, harvesting, formulation, and cryopreservation

• Coordinate daily manufacturing activities and production schedules

• Perform manufacturing activities in cleanroom environments following cGMP and aseptic practices

• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues

• Review batch records and manufacturing documentation for compliance

• Train and mentor manufacturing personnel on SOPs and cleanroom procedures

• Support deviation investigations, CAPAs, and process improvements

• Participate in operational meetings and communicate production updates

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, Biology, Chemistry, or related field preferred

• 4+ years of biotech, biologics, or cell therapy manufacturing experience

• Previous lead, trainer, or mentoring experience strongly preferred

• Strong knowledge of cGMP, GDP, aseptic processing, and cleanroom operations

• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills

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