Production Manager Cape Town - Cape Town Region
Watchmaker Genomics
Company description Watchmaker Genomics is an early-stage life science company based in Boulder, Colorado U.S. of America with a local branch office in Cape Town, South Africa. Our team is passionate about innovation and values collaboration, creativity and scientific rigor. We believe the intersection of biology, engineering and computer science presents exciting opportunities for developing novel technologies that promote research and improve human health. Watchmaker Genomics specializes in the design, development and production of DNA- and RNA-modifying enzymes that enable high-growth applications in genomics, molecular diagnostics and personalized medicine. Position Description Watchmaker is inviting applications for the full-time position of Production Manager based In Cape Town, South Africa. This position reports to the Vice President of Operations and will be responsible for building and managing the Production Department in Cape Town. This individual will be accountable for creating departmental goals, developing and adhering to departmental budgets and managing daily departmental activities. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced working environment and contribute directly to our company culture and success. The position provides an opportunity to grow and develop as a Production leader. Responsibilities Maintain compliance with QA and ISO 13485 requirements Motivate, support and provide guidance to production staff Support HR in hiring production operators to support manufacturing activities in Cape Town Ensure all safety and health standards are met Communicate regularly with upper management regarding problems or issues impacting production Evaluate machine resources to ensure continued production and minimal downtime Establish a balance between increased productivity and reduced costs of manufacturing operations Set productivity goals for manufacturing teams Develop workflow policies and procedures that improve efficiency without compromising safety or quality Ensure adequate scheduling of staff Leads the execution of manufacturing strategies that supports the department goals for growth Establish departmental goals to support robust manufacturing processes and continuous process improvement Tracks KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) to measure and support quality objectives, supply chain, and department goals Assists in developing the manufacturing schedule and ensures adherence to the manufacturing schedule by actively collaborating with other manufacturing areas and promotes cross-functionality where needed and/or where practical Actively manages inventory requirements to ensure execution of the manufacturing schedule Responds to and escalates operational, process, equipment and maintenance problems to the VP of Operations to prevent operational upsets Participates in financial management of the Production Formulation & Fill/Finish Department, through development and monitoring of departmental budgets and inventory control Participates in the final stages of process development, formalization of work instructions, and transfer to the Production Team Works with QA and process development to update current work instructions and implement their use Drives manufacturing troubleshooting and escalates issues to the appropriate Subject Matter Expert (SME) when needed Verifies accuracy of manufacturing records upon completion Possesses proficient technical understanding of manufacturing methods and ability to carry-out product manufacturing as needed Promotes a culture of high performance, execution, and quality Responsible for developing goals and objectives for each team member aligned with department goals and KPIs, onboarding and training of new employees, 30- 60-90 day plans, adherence to training logs, and ensuring team's adherence to ISO operational standards established by the company Supports the career development of direct reports through active mentorship. Additional responsibilities as assigned The candidate should have at minimum a BS in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related discipline (MS/MBA preferred), with at least three years of relevant industry experience, including manufacturing, quality control, or project management. Broad technical knowledge of life science reagents, enzyme production, or genomics is a plus. The following skills and experience are requirements for the position: Exceptional leadership and cross-functional team-building skills Skilled at building and managing schedules, timelines, and resource allocation Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to read, write, and edit technical documents Education An undergraduate degree / Bachelors Degree in a relevant life science discipline is required; an advanced degree (MS/MBA) preferred Minimum of (3) years in biotech or related industry, including positions with broad functional scope across manufacturing, quality, and project management
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