Bio DS USP Manager

Make your mark for patients

We are looking for a talented and motivated  Biomanufacturing Manager - Upstream to join our Belgium Biomanufacturing Operations Center in Braine-L’Alleud, Belgium.

Here, you will have the opportunity to truly expand your expertise in a dynamic and forward-looking environment where your growth and development are a priority. By working with the latest technologies and innovative techniques, you will help produce groundbreaking medicines that make a real difference for patients – today and in the future.

About the role :

You will be responsible for overseeing manufacturing operations within a biopharmaceutical production environment. You will ensure production runs efficiently, safely, and in compliance with regulatory standards while fostering continuous improvement and team development. You will play a key role in delivering production targets, maintaining quality standards, and building a strong, engaged team.

Who you’ll work with :

You will be working in a team that collaborates closely with production teams, quality specialists, supply chain, technical services, and human resources. You will lead team leaders and technicians while partnering with cross-functional experts to ensure smooth, compliant, and efficient manufacturing operations.

 

What you’ll do :

Ensure safe, compliant, and efficient execution of manufacturing operations aligned with quality, safety, and production targets

Lead and support team leaders and technicians, promoting collaboration, development, and continuous improvement

Monitor production performance, analyze results, and implement corrective actions when needed

Oversee equipment readiness with technical teams, including maintenance, qualification, and calibration

Manage deviations, investigations, and corrective actions to ensure regulatory compliance

Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support audits and inspections

Interested ? For this role we’re looking for the following education, experience and skills :

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in science, engineering, or related field

Proven experience (10+ years) in biopharmaceutical manufacturing

Experience in leading production teams in a regulated environment (including executive-level staff), high leadership skills

Strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, industrial production processes and technologies, included upstream processes

Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Ability to work in highly dynamic environment and to handle challenging situations

Fluent in French and English

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Internal applicants should be in their current job for at least 12 months, must meet performance standards and are not on formal corrective/disciplinary process (PIP), warning, final warning, or compliance warning letters within the last 12 months. Please inform your Manager or your Talent Partner before applying to any internal job opportunities.

At UCB, we’ve embraced a hybrid-first approach to work, bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description, this role is hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office, irrespective of your current contractual agreement. Should your current working arrangements differ, please contact your Talent Partner to discuss, before submitting your application.

UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on EMEA-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com . Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.

 

Requisition ID: 93431

Recruiter: Mégane Libert

Hiring Manager: Peggy Greffion

Talent Partner: Sophie Roba

Job Level: MM II

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