Contamination Control Supervisor

About AbbVie

AbbVie is committed to pioneering innovative medicines and solutions designed to tackle significant health challenges now and in the future. Our key therapeutic focus areas include immunology, oncology, and neuroscience, alongside offerings in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. The Westport facility represents the largest operational site within AbbVie's global network and is recognized as a center of excellence for aseptic fill-finish operations. This location drives a fast-paced environment with ongoing new product launches, technology transfers, and development projects related to both small and large molecule treatments.

Role Overview

We seek a motivated and skilled Shift Supervisor to lead the Contamination Control team at the Westport site. The role involves managing a group of contamination control operators who are responsible for sanitizing cleanrooms and ancillary areas within the Biological cores. It is a shift-based position requiring rotation between day and night shifts monthly.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, motivation, and growth opportunities to the contamination control team through effective communication, coaching, and performance reviews.
• Oversee and coordinate contamination control endeavors on assigned shifts, prioritizing tasks aligned with production schedules and Key Process Indicators (KPIs).
• Promptly escalate any risks or performance concerns to the Contamination Control Manager.
• Ensure all assigned zones and related documentation are always audit-ready.
• Conduct cleanroom sanitation in various biologics manufacturing areas, including Core 1 through Core 4, PFS, and sterility suites, performing post-batch, routine, and triple cleans as per Good Manufacturing Practices and set protocols.
• Maintain adequate stocks of cleaning agents, protective gloves, gowns, goggles, and manage waste disposal.
• Execute autoclave cycles and perform filter testing following established procedures.
• Adhere strictly to gowning protocols to minimize contamination risks.
• Complete all documentation and logs accurately and promptly in compliance with Good Documentation Practices.
• Report any equipment malfunctions to appropriate departments.
• Participate in required training sessions and ensure timely completion of eLMS training within deadlines.
• Comply fully with Environmental Health & Safety, Quality, and housekeeping standards, reporting any irregularities.
• Engage in GEMBA walks and process confirmations to identify improvement opportunities within the department.
• Follow all site policies and procedures to help achieve organizational metrics.

Qualifications

• A third-level qualification in science or an engineering-related field.
• Sound technical knowledge along with the ability to apply relevant concepts, procedures, and practices.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for collaboration across multifunctional teams.

Additional Information

AbbVie values diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to integrity, innovation, and community service. This role requires commitment to these values and adherence to all stipulated policies.