Manager Biomanufacturing - Upstream
About this opportunity
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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Are you ready to ‘go beyond’ to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!
About us
UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are over 9.000 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.
Why work with us?
At UCB, we don’t just complete tasks, we create value. We aren’t afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We ‘go beyond’ to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that’s on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.
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 or precluded by the nature of the position, roles are hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office.
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.
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