Upstream Supervisor (Biologics) - Day Shift

Position Overview As an upstreamsupervisor,youu2019ll leadand inspirea team of manufacturingassociates,supportingthestart upof a newlarge scale cell culturefacility. The Upstream areaincludes:An inoculum lab,two seed reactor trains(each with 4 reactors of increasing size), four 20,000L production reactors,a harvest suite, media preparation,and parts prep area. You and your team will work a 2-2-3, 12 hour shift scheduleto support the ongoing activities in these areas. Youu2019ll start outleadinga team in project phasesupporting commissioning and qualification efforts in addition to helpingprepare the facility to be operational ready.Itu2019s an exciting opportunity to help buildout processes and procedures in preparation of the first GMP run later this year. Relocation Assistance Available Company Overview FUJIFILM Biotechnologies is building the future of bioproduction in Holly Springs, North Carolina. By end of 2025, weu2019ll open North Americau2019s largest end-to-end CDMO biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility, offering drug substance production, fill-finish, and packaging under one roof. Weu2019re looking for passionate, mission-driven people to help us realize this exciting vision and deliver the next vaccine, cure, or therapy. We offer a dynamic work environment and weu2019re proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your purpose, energy, and driveu2014what we call Genki. Ready to shape the future of medicine? Letu2019s transform healthcare together Holly Springs, North Carolina, combines small-town warmth with proximity to Raleighu2019s thriving tech scene, making it the perfect blend of community and opportunity. Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of u201cgiving our world more smiles.u201d Visit: Job Description What Youu2019ll Do _Project Phase (Through Q3 2025)_ + Supports various commissioning and qualification activities + Lead and support your team in operational readiness tasks as required, such as: document review/approval, team onboarding, and materials management + Responsible for building and executing a training plan for your team to prepare for the first GMP batches later this year + Mentoring and developing team members + Administers company policies, such as, but not limited to: travel & expense, time reporting, and time off that directly impact employees + Collaborate and coordinate cross functionally with various support groups as needed in support of start up activities _Operations Phase (Starting Q3 2025)_ + Provides on-the-floor leadership for a shift team of up to 7-10 manufacturing associates + Coordinates the execution of the manufacturing schedule through daily shift assignments, lead daily huddles, and manages escalations + Fosters an inclusive, people-first culture with regular communication, conducting 1:1sfocusing on the development and success of your team + Maintains a safe and cGMP compliant environment by ensuring direct reports have correct and up-to-date training,performinggembawalks, and having a safety and qualitymindset culture within your team + Supports manufacturing investigations and continuous improvement projects + Coordinates with other functional areas for additional activities requiring access to the manufacturing space and equipment, such as but not limited to: maintenance, calibration activities and the use of manufacturing equipment + Administers company policies, such as but not limited to: time reporting, time off, shift policies, and inclement weather that directly impact manufacturing employees Basic Requirements + High School Diploma or GED with 8 years of experience from a similar role in large pharma/biotech operations or projects Preferred Requirements + BA/BS Degree in Life Sciences with 4+ years of experience from a similar role in large pharma/biotech operations or projects OR + Associates Degree in Life Sciences and 6+ years of experience from a similar role in large pharma/biotech operations or projects OR + Military Experience of equivalence + Experience in manufacturing of biological products, familiar with GMP/GLP requirements + Previous experience leading, supervising or managing others PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS _PHYSICAL DEMANDS_ + Will work in an environment which may necessitate respiratory protection + May work in Mechanical/Production spaces that may require hearing protection and enrollment in a hearting conservation program + Ability to discern audible cues WORKING ENVIRONMENT _PHYSICAL DEMANDS_ + Ability to ascend or descend ladders, scaffolding, ramps, etc. + Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time + Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time + Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include wrist, hands and/or fingers. + Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to 10 lbs. _ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS_ + Will work in heights greater than 4 feet _To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of FUJIFILM about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at FUJIFILM via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of FUJIFILM, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by FUJIFILM for this requisition and a valid agreement with FUJIFILM is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the FUJIFILM agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid._ EEO Information Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc. ADA Information If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department (). Job Locations _US-NC-Holly Springs_ Posted Date _13 hours ago_ _(3/23/2026 11:49 AM)_ _Requisition ID_ _2025-35520_ _Category_ _Manufacturing_ _Company (Portal Searching)_ _FUJIFILM Biotechnologies_

Created: 2026-04-04