Bioprocess Supervisor

Job Title: Bioprocess Supervisor

Job Description

The Bioprocess Supervisor leads a cGMP manufacturing unit, overseeing people development, day-to-day production execution, and resource management while ensuring strict adherence to quality, safety, and data integrity standards. This role manages a multi-shift bioprocessing operation, coordinates closely with supply chain and quality functions, and drives continuous improvement through metrics, reporting, and robust leadership on the production floor.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the formal supervisor for the bioprocessing unit, providing clear direction, coaching, and ongoing development for direct reports.
• Manage performance for all team members, including setting expectations, providing feedback, and supporting career development.
• Ensure all required training is completed, current, and compliant with cGMP and internal standards, and maintain an up-to-date skills matrix for the team.
• Support daily production execution by ensuring the availability of all necessary resources, including raw materials, equipment, and personnel.
• Coordinate production schedules with supply chain and other partners to meet operational and delivery targets.
• Own the unit’s cGMP effectiveness and compliance, ensuring all operations follow established procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Review batch records and other production documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance, and address any discrepancies.
• Conduct process confirmations on the production floor to verify that operators follow procedures and quality standards, and provide corrective coaching where needed.
• Assist with deviation investigations, perform or support root cause analysis, and contribute to the implementation and follow-up of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Own and report Tier 1 operational metrics, ensuring data is accurate, timely, and used to drive performance improvements.
• Lead Tier 1 daily huddles to review performance, discuss issues, align priorities, and reinforce safety and quality expectations.
• Lead by example in all safety and biosafety behaviors, promoting a strong safety culture within the unit.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and biosafety regulations and internal policies.
• Conduct and/or participate in safety and near-miss investigations, identify contributing factors, and implement follow-up actions.
• Track safety-related actions for the unit and verify that they are completed and effective.
• Use electronic systems such as MES, ERP, and QMS to document production activities, deviations, and related records in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensure all electronic and paper records comply with ALCOA principles for data integrity (attributable, legible, contemporaneous, original, accurate, and more).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in manufacturing, quality, engineering, and supply chain to resolve issues and support continuous improvement.
• Support a culture of operational excellence, accountability, and teamwork within the manufacturing unit.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field such as Animal Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience in vaccine, biologics, or sterile cGMP manufacturing.
• 3–5 years of experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in a production or manufacturing setting.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop a team in a regulated environment.

Work Environment

This role is based in a cGMP-regulated bioprocessing and sterile manufacturing environment that supports vaccine and biologics production. The operation runs across multiple shifts, and the Bioprocess Supervisor may occasionally work different shifts to support business needs. The organization offers paid time off and paid holidays, and fosters a culture focused on safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Dodge, IA.

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $49.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Dodge,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $36 - $49