Lead Operator

Overview

The Lead Operator role at BioNTech SE, based in Kigali, Rwanda, involves supervising and guiding a team through manufacturing processes to ensure efficient and compliant production in line with quality and safety standards. This position emphasizes adherence to cGMP and SOPs while maintaining a safe work environment and supporting continuous improvement in manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out and oversee manufacturing operations strictly following Standard Operating Procedures and production timelines.
• Operate independently with minimal supervision across all production processes within the designated area, adhering to detailed operational instructions.
• Set up, run, and clean production machinery used to create both intermediate and final products.
• Meticulously document batch records, logs, and transactions linked to production to ensure efficiency and compliance with cGMP and SOPs.
• Provide technical assistance and leadership to the team of manufacturing operators.
• Demonstrate manufacturing procedures effectively to associate operators.
• Lead the training and qualification of new operators as a certified trainer.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices across all activities.
• Critically review manufacturing documentation to uphold product quality and safety standards.
• Participate in internal audits and support various manufacturing team tasks as required.
• Assist in investigating and documenting manufacturing deviations and non-conformances.

Qualifications and Experience

• Possession of a minimum Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Pharmacy, or related field.
• At least two years of relevant work experience within chemical, pharmaceutical, or other cGMP-regulated industries.
• Strong analytical, research, and presentation skills suitable for handling both qualitative and quantitative data.
• Excellent communication abilities in English, both written and spoken.
• Capacity to work independently and deliver results effectively.

About the Role and Team

BioNTech is innovating healthcare via global accessibility of its mRNA technologies, including modular manufacturing units called “BioNTainers.” This role plays a critical part in establishing regional mRNA manufacturing hubs in Africa and Australia, fostering local production with regional teams.

Benefits

BioNTech offers a competitive remuneration package tailored to the role, location, and candidate qualifications with various employee benefits that may vary based on local policies and regulations.

Important Information

Candidates must submit applications through BioNTech's online portal only. A background check will be conducted for shortlisted applicants in compliance with applicable laws, handled by the service provider HireRight. Applicants will be notified accordingly during the recruitment process.