Production Supervisor: Formulation and Filling

BIOVAC is one of the leading sterile vaccine manufacturers rooted in Africa, with our core purpose being to "protect life". We are looking to hire a dynamic, passionate, confident, proactive and meticulous Production Supervisor: F&F to join a goal-oriented team.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED:

• Tertiary education in a relevant field
• Minimum Grade 12/Senior Certificate

NECESSARY EXPERIENCE & INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE:

• Experience in a production/manufacturing department
• Experience in aseptic formulation & fill manufacturing
• Experience in high-speed labelling and packaging lines/processes
• Experience in visual inspection processes
• Experience in having faced successful local and/ or international quality audits.
• Knowledge of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing related legislation

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE:

Core Technical Delivery:

Safety Deliverables

• Responsible to ensure safety representatives, safety signs and safety talks are present and executed in the respective Department
• Responsible to promote and measure the safety metrics as set forth by the Company.

Quality Deliverables

• Responsible for ensuring that all production activities and stages comply with company procedures, policies and regulatory GMP requirements.
• Assists with the creation and updating of SOP's and Work Instructions on a continuous basis and ensure the manufacturing and production activities comply with Standard Operating Procedures.
• Assists with the creation and updating of batch records on a continuous basis and ensure the manufacturing and production activities comply with Standard Operating Procedures.
• Assists with Root Cause Analysis and Risk Assessment activities with the production department.

Production Deliverables

• Responsible for the delivery of production targets as set forth by the Company.
• Responsible for continuous improvement of processes and documents to meet or exceed the requirements of the Company.
• Responsible for process development and sustainability of production activities relevant to the Department,
• Responsible for the development, approval, and execution of production plans.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of routine Departmental activities with regards to the production planning.
• Responsible for the development of production staff to ensure the continuance and proper execution of production activities on shift.
• Responsible for the management of production teams, daily production routines, and the timeous execution thereof.
• Drives 'first time right' execution in all production related activities.

Application Deadline: 30 April 2026

If you do not receive a response from us within three weeks of submitting your application, please understand that your application was not successful.

We believe in the magic of diversity within teams and to achieve this, we do apply Employment Equity principles during our selection process where this is necessary to achieve such diversity.

Disclaimer:

Dear Applicant, we appreciate your interest in joining our organization. It is imperative for us that you understand how we handle your information. We are committed to ensuring the security and confidentiality of the information you provide. Your personal details will be collected for the sole purpose of the application process and will be used strictly for that purpose. By applying, you acknowledge and consent to the collection, use, and protection of your personal information in accordance with our privacy policy. If you have any inquiries or concerns, our Human Capital department is available to provide clarification. We look forward to reviewing your application.''