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Department information
Our ManufacturingAseptic Filling & Lyophilization (Filling & LYO) team is part of Terumo’s sterile drug product manufacturing operations in Leverkusen. The teamoperatesadvanced aseptic filling lines and lyophilization (freeze-drying) processes within a controlled cleanroom environment, producing sterile pharmaceutical products to the highest GMP standards.
The team currently consists of around 15-16 employees supporting both existing and newly implemented production lines. As the site continues to expand,additionalleadership capacity isrequiredto support increasing operational complexity and ensure sustainable growth.
This is a highly collaborative and quality-driven environment where production, technicalteamsand support functions work closely together.
Job summary
As asupervisor, you lead aseptic filling and lyophilization operations within a sterile GMP environment, combining hands-on production oversight with team leadership. You ensure safe,compliantand efficient execution of manufacturing activities while driving quality,performanceand team development. This is a fully on-site, shift-based role within a growing operation, offering development potential towards broader leadership responsibilities.
Job responsibilities
Lead and coordinate daily aseptic filling operations on isolator-based production lines for vial and pre-filled syringe products
Plan and execute filling campaigns, cleaning activities and lyophilization cycles in line with production schedules
Overseelyophilizeroperations, including loading activities, cycleexecutionand post-cycle product handling
You manage and develop a multi-skilled team of operators and shift leaders while fostering engagement,accountabilityand performance
Act as the operational owner of the area, aligning production activities with businessobjectivesand siteKPIs
Monitor performance across key metrics such as yield, deviations, right-first-timeand operational efficiency, and initiate improvement actions where needed
You ensure full compliance with EU GMP Annex 1 requirements, contamination controlstrategiesand sterile manufacturing standards
Lead deviation investigations, CAPA activities and environmental monitoring follow-up actions whilemaintaininginspection readiness and collaborating closely with QA, QC and Engineering teams
A Bachelor’s orMaster’s degree in Pharmacy, Biotechnology or another relevant scientific discipline provides an excellent basis for this role
Several years of experience within a sterile pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment are essential
Hands-on exposure to aseptic filling operations and sterile manufacturing processes is a key requirement
Previousexperience leading or coordinating teams within a GMP-regulated environment is highly valued
A solid understanding of EU GMP Annex 1, contamination control principles and aseptic manufacturing practices is important
Experience with batch documentation, deviations and CAPA processes will allow you to contribute quickly
Youdemonstrateownership,accountabilityand a strong commitment to quality
Transparency,integrityand collaboration characterize the way you work and interact with others
Strong communicationskills enable you to build effective relationships across functions and levels within the organization
Fluency in German and English isrequired
Offer
You will work in a high-tech sterile manufacturing environment where quality and compliance are key. You will have the opportunity to play a critical role in managing complex production processes and developing your team within a highly regulated GMP setting.
Contact person
Marjolein Buyland Tristan Segers, Talent Acquisition
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