Capricor Therapeutics

Capricor Therapeutics

Manufacturing Supervisor

San Diego, CA

Sponsorship not specified$100k-$118kDetected 41 days ago
Data AnalysisComplianceProcess ImprovementInventory ManagementRecruitingGMPCell CultureLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoringPublic Speaking

About the role

  • Capricor Therapeutics (NASDAQ: CAPR) is a biotechnology company dedicated to advancing transformative cell and exosome-based therapies for rare diseases.
  • Every program reflects our commitment to pushing the boundaries of science and delivering life-changing treatments to patients and families who need them most.
  • As a Manufacturing Supervisor, you will oversee the manufacturing team, ensuring cGMP-compliant production of biologic products for clinical trials.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise the manufacturing team, including Technicians, Associates (I-II, III, III-Lead), to ensure seamless execution of production tasks such as cell culture, media preparation, formulation, centrifugation, and freezing.
  • Coordinate with the Associate Director of Manufacturing to develop production schedules, allocate resources, and address operational challenges.
  • Lead training and mentoring of manufacturing staff, ensuring team competency in aseptic techniques, cGMP standards, and manufacturing procedures.
  • Author, review, and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and other manufacturing documentation using the document change system.
  • Manage inventory, material transfers, and cleanroom setup/shutdown activities to support continuous manufacturing operations.
  • Lead special manufacturing and development projects as assigned by the Associate Director of Manufacturing.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support manufacturing operations and company goals.
  • At the forefront of our innovation is Deramiocel ( CAP-1002 ), our lead cell therapy in late-stage development for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
  • You will supervise daily operations, mentor staff, and collaborate with the Associate Director of Manufacturing to drive efficiency, quality, and regulatory adherence.

Requirements

  • 6+ years of experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
  • In-depth knowledge of cell culture, aseptic techniques, cGMP standards, and regulatory compliance in a biotech/pharma setting.
  • Proven expertise in Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and managing manufacturing documentation.
  • Experience leading deviation investigations, CAPAs, and process improvement initiatives.
  • Proficiency in data analysis, technical report writing, and presenting production metrics.
  • Ability to gown and work in classified cleanroom areas, ensuring compliance with ISO 7 standards.
  • Primarily cleanroom-based with required time in GMP spaces overseeing manufacturing operations and team activities.
  • Ability to navigate cleanroom and GMP environments for production oversight and staff training.

Nice to have

  • advanced degree preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, or related field

Compensation

  • $100k-$118k

Company info

  • We are also harnessing our proprietary StealthX™ exosome platform to unlock new possibilities in targeted delivery and vaccinology.

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