Manager, Manufacturing Operations (Nights) - Purification | Redmond, WA

Location: Redmond, WA
Department: Manufacturing
Reports To: SVP Manufacturing Operations

About Us: this is who we are

At Just Evotec Biologics, we believe that curiosity is the spark that drives innovation and success. As a forward-thinking team, we thrive on challenging the status quo, learning from each other, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We're on a mission to create a place where curiosity isn't just encouraged—it’s celebrated.

Are you someone who asks questions, seeks answers, and isn't afraid to go deeper?   #BeCureious with us and see where your curiosity can take you!

The Role: / your challenge, …in our journey

We’re looking for a passionate and curious Manager, Manufacturing Operations to join our team. If you’re excited by new challenges, solving complex problems, and learning every step of the way, you might just be the perfect fit. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to drive impactful projects, collaborate with bright minds, and explore uncharted territories.

As Manager, Manufacturing Operations at Just Evotec Biologics, you'll have the freedom to ask the hard questions, think outside the box, and find creative solutions that push us forward. It’s a role where your curiosity will fuel both your personal growth and the success of the team.

What You’ll Do:

This position will responsible for supervising a shift to cover 24/7 operation and requires significant on-the-floor presence, as well as technical subject matter expertise in purification operations.  Additional job responsibilities will include generation and maintenance of cGMP manufacturing and technical documentation, troubleshooting and/or providing technical expertise to perform troubleshooting efforts or lead investigations, ensuring staff training and compliance, execution of plant start-up commissioning and validation activities, and implement and maintain required cGMP compliant systems.  The manager may also participate in finite scheduling, aspects of technology and/or process transfer, identify process gaps and technology issues, determine solutions and remediation plans, provide support for regulatory and site inspections, and provide input to department capital and expense budgets.

Education and Qualification Requirements

· Master’s degree and 3 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience; or

· Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience

· Knowledge of cGMP requirements to ensure compliance

· Significant experience in purification operations required for the manufacture of biotherapeutics

· Candidate must possess strong focus on quality and attention to detail

· Execute downstream technology strategies from bioreactor recovery, chromatography column purification, impurity removal, viral inactivation and filtration, UF/DF, and sterile filtration

· Excellent communication with senior leadership

· Possess effective task/time management organizational skills

· Capacity to develop solutions to technical issues of moderate scope

· Ability to organize, analyze/interpret, and effectively communicate data and results

· Motivated, self-starter with strong mechanical aptitude

· Good interpersonal, team, and communication skills are a must

· May lead cross-functional teams within and external to Just.  May be a core department lead in NPI.

· Responds to equipment alarms.     

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

· Proven record of accomplishment managing, supervising and developing staff

· In-depth knowledge of purification equipment, operations, and engineering principles

· Recognized technical mastery of disposable manufacturing technologies at commercial scale

· Participation in client and regulatory agency audits

· Uses technical depth and breadth to develop solutions to deviation investigations, leads CAPA projects, or coordinates more in depth troubleshooting issues where vendors may be involved.      

· Fundamental understanding and basic operation of process automation (DeltaV)

· Experienced in technology and/or process transfer for late stage clinical manufacturing or commercial qualification campaigns; commercial campaign support

· Application of knowledge and expertise to solve complex technical problems; may apply novel approach that provides significant technology advancement

· Active participation/lead technical projects with collaborators and vendors

· Experience with finite scheduling tools and allocation of resources and equipment

Why Join Us:

• Growth Opportunities: We’re a company that believes in continuous learning and development. Whether it’s professional courses, mentorship, or new projects, we’ll help you grow.
• Flexible Work Environment: We offer flexible work options to help you balance your professional and personal life. This role is site based.
• Inclusive Culture: We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone’s voice is valued, and curiosity is encouraged.
• Innovative Projects: You’ll have the chance to work on groundbreaking initiatives and cutting-edge technology in an atmosphere where your curiosity is the key to success.
• A Place for Big Ideas: We don’t just talk about thinking outside the box—we throw the box away. If you’ve got ideas, we want to hear them.

Are You Still Curious?

If you’ve read this far, then chances are you’ve got a curious mind—just like us. So, what are you waiting for? Take the leap and apply today. We can’t wait to see where your curiosity leads you—and how it will shape the future of Just Evotec Biologics.

Let your curiosity guide your career—#BeCurious and explore the endless possibilities at Just Evotec Biologics!

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $100,000 to $150,000; Base salary offered may vary depending on individual’s skills, experience and competitive market value. Additional total rewards include discretionary annual bonus, comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, short-term and long-term disability, company paid basic life insurance, 401k company match, flexible work, generous paid time off and paid holiday, wellness and transportation benefits

Evotec (US) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Evotec (US) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.