Supervisor, Drug Product Formulation & Inspection (3pm to 11:30pm)

Position Overview

Make a measurable impact on patient health by leading a high-performing team in a 24/7, state-of-the-art drug product facility. If you thrive on building people, solving problems, and delivering safe, high-quality products, this role is for you.

Company Overview

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies is building the future of bioproduction in Holly Springs, North Carolina. By end of 2025, we’ll open North America’s largest end-to-end CDMO biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility, offering drug substance production, fill-finish, and packaging under one roof.

We’re 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 we’re proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your purpose, energy, and drive—what we call Genki. Ready to shape the future of medicine? Let’s transform healthcare together!

Holly Springs, North Carolina, combines small-town warmth with proximity to Raleigh’s 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 “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Job Description

About Us

 

We are a growing biopharmaceutical manufacturing organization dedicated to producing high-quality drug products that improve lives. Our teams operate in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) regulated environment and collaborate across functions to ensure safety, quality, and reliability at every step. We value inclusion, continuous learning, and a people-first culture where every team member can do their best work.

 

Responsibilities

• Provide on-the-floor leadership for a shift team of Manufacturing Associates in a current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) environment
• Oversee daily operations for off-shift activities including:
• Parts Washing
• Autoclave operations
• Drug Product Formulation
• Manual Visual Inspection (MVI)
• Automated Visual Inspection (AVI)
• Ensure the timely completion of Parts Wash, Autoclave, Formulation, and Visual Inspection activities to support filling operations
• Coordinate and execute the manufacturing schedule through daily shift assignments and team huddles
• Serve as the primary point of contact for escalations during the shift; provide clear guidance to resolve issues quickly and safely
• Foster an inclusive, people-first culture through regular communication, one-on-ones on a defined cadence, and team engagement
• Coach, mentor, and develop direct reports; create development plans and support skills growth
• Address employee questions and concerns; identify and close performance gaps, partnering with Human Resources when needed
• Maintain a safe, compliant work environment by ensuring team members have correct and up-to-date training
• Support manufacturing investigations and continuous improvement projects to elevate quality, safety, and efficiency
• Coordinate with cross-functional partners for activities requiring access to manufacturing space and equipment (for example: maintenance, calibration, and equipment use)
• Enforce company policies that directly impact employees (for example: time reporting, time-off approvals, shift work, and inclement weather protocols)
• Complete administrative tasks accurately and on time (for example: approving timecards and time off, expense reports)
• Participate in recruitment and retention activities to attract and retain talent, as needed
• Perform other duties, as assigned

 

Shift and work environment:

• Lead a shift team that supports a 24/7 operating facility
• Second shift schedule: 3:00 pm–11:30 pm
• Work primarily on the manufacturing floor within a regulated cGMP environment

 

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Ability to collaborate effectively with manufacturing and cross-functional teams
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; strong computer literacy
• Clear, effective written and verbal communication
• Willingness to coach, lead, and develop a team
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to train others to perform and maintain cGMP regulations
• Advanced math and computer skills
• Flexibility to work in support of a 24/7 facility

 

Minimum qualifications (must meet one of the following):

• Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience in large pharmaceutical/biotech operations or projects; or
• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience in large pharmaceutical/biotech operations or projects; or
• Associate’s degree with 7+ years of experience in large pharmaceutical/biotech operations or projects; or
• High school diploma with 9+ years of experience in large pharmaceutical/biotech operations or projects

 

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Science, Engineering, or a related field with 4 years of related experience in large pharmaceutical/biotech operations or projects
• Experience working in a facility start-up environment
• Experience with electronic batch records, root cause analysis, technical writing, and initiation of investigations

 

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with shift differential for second shift
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Retirement savings plan with company contribution
• Paid time off, including holidays and sick time
• Learning and development opportunities, including leadership and technical training
• Inclusive, people-first culture with regular feedback and career growth pathways
• Employee assistance programs and well-being resources
• Recognition programs and opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement

 

 

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you’re excited about leading teams, driving operational excellence, and supporting life-changing medicines, we encourage you to apply—even if your experience doesn’t align with every preferred qualification. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring process.

 

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 (FDBN_PNC@fujifilm.com).