Manager, Biological Manufacturing

Job Title: Manager, Biological Manufacturing

Location: [Insert City, State or “On-site | Hybrid Options” if applicable]
Industry: Biotech / Life Sciences / Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports To: VP, Operations

Company Overview

This is your chance to join a legacy organization that’s pushing the boundaries of biological product manufacturing. Our client is a cornerstone in the biotech industry—delivering high-quality tissue, blood, and custom biological materials that fuel innovation in pharma, research, and agriculture. They’re looking for a bold leader who doesn’t just manage production—but transforms it.

Position Summary

As the Bio Production Manager, you’ll lead the charge in delivering operational excellence across the full spectrum of biological manufacturing. Your mission? Drive quality, streamline processes, mentor talent, and keep a sharp eye on compliance—all while managing resources with the precision of a surgeon and the strategy of a chess master.

This is not a back-office leadership gig. You’ll be on the floor, in the data, and at the decision-making table. Sound like your style? Keep reading.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all bio production operations, ensuring efficient use of labor, equipment, and time.

Serve as the hub between production, QA, customer service, finance, and leadership.

Take charge of scheduling, team productivity, and inventory—own the day-to-day and the big picture.

Ensure full regulatory compliance (APHIS, USDA, ISO, OSHA), with zero tolerance for shortcuts.

Drive continuous improvement—optimize methods, reduce costs, and maximize throughput.

Collaborate cross-functionally to evaluate custom product feasibility and production adjustments.

Mentor and develop your team—this role includes leadership, delegation, and performance feedback.

Manage departmental budgets with discipline and accuracy.

Deliver clean, compliant documentation and promote quality system standards across the board.

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in business, operations, or a related field (biology or science background is a plus).

5+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing/production environment.

At least 3 years in a leadership role managing teams in regulated industries.

ERP and inventory management experience required.

Strong command of operational planning, team development, and regulatory documentation.

Fluent in English; Spanish fluency is a strong plus.

A strategic thinker with a tactical edge—someone who can pivot between high-level planning and day-to-day problem-solving.

Bonus Skills (Nice to Have)

Experience working in biotech, food production, or animal product manufacturing.

Familiarity with sterile filtration, acetone powders, tissue processing, or complement collection.

Background in safety-sensitive, ISO-classified environments.

Why This Role Rocks

High visibility with executive leadership

Broad cross-functional ownership

Ability to shape the future state of a well-established operation

Competitive compensation and benefits

Join a mission-driven company making a real impact

Ready to lead, scale, and modernize biological production? This is your opportunity to build a high-performing team in a purpose-driven organization that values precision, integrity, and innovation.

About Blue Signal:

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