CAR-T Operations Resource Scheduler

As a CAR-T Operations Resource Scheduler, you will play a key role within the Technical Operations team, ensuring the efficient scheduling of training and staffing for the production of personalized cell therapy in a sterile cGMP environment. Your responsibilities will directly support both clinical and commercial manufacturing needs, ensuring smooth daily operations while maintaining compliance with quality and safety standards.What can you expect?Here's what you'll do:Schedule operators across multiple CAR-T process units, including component preparation, manufacturing support, CAR-T process, fill & finish, and cryopreservation.Collaborate with CAR-T Operations Supervisors to highlight planning risks and ensure business continuity.Attend planning meetings to anticipate resource needs and align with Operations leadership.Prepare long-term shift schedules well in advance to allow operators to plan accordingly.Develop and finalize detailed schedules one week in advance.Coordinate operator training sessions with the training department and ensure alignment with onboarding and training programs.Ensure that training curricula match job-specific tasks and schedule operators for production support once sufficiently trained.Maintain strong partnerships with Training, Supply Chain Planning, QC IPL, Facilities & Engineering, and Maintenance to optimize scheduling and resource planning.Support the follow-up of training and qualification status of production personnel.Participate in daily tier meetings to ensure compliance with daily production tasks and successful task completion.Work in a constructive and flexible manner within a team environment.Who are we looking for?Education:Bachelor's or Master's degree in Science, Bio-Engineering, Pharmacy, or a related field, or equivalent experience.Experience:Minimum of 3 years of operational experience in a GMP environment, preferably within the pharmaceutical or scientific industry (Bachelor’s degree).Minimum of 1 year of operational experience in a GMP environment, preferably within the pharmaceutical or scientific industry (Master’s degree).Languages:Dutch and English.Strengths:Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.Strong organizational skills with the flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and critical deadlines.Analytical, problem-solving mindset with a pragmatic and structured approach to challenges.A proactive, hands-on attitude with a focus on continuous improvement and accountability.Resilience and determination to drive issues to resolution and deliver results.Team-oriented mindset with a positive, energetic, and adaptable approach to change.Expertise:Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).Ability to accommodate shift work, including evenings and weekends, as required by the process.Ability to accommodate unplanned overtime on little to no prior notice.What do we offer you?A meaningful job with an excellent work-life balance. You will work 4 days, followed by 4 days off.A supportive and innovative work environment that encourages learning and personal development.The opportunity to work with people from all over the world.A permanent contract and an attractive salary package with numerous benefits, including additional statutory vacations, meal vouchers, group and hospitalization insurance, double vacation pay, and performance bonuses.Participation in various fun and informal events.About Legend Biotech Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to developing, manufacturing, and commercializing innovative and life-saving cell therapies for the treatment of chronic and life-threatening diseases, such as cancer.The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey. Legend Biotech now employs over 2,400 people across six global manufacturing sites, including two in Ghent: Obelisc (Technology Park Zwijnaarde) and Tech Lane (Eilandje Zwijnaarde). In Ghent, we focus on the production of advanced CAR-T cell therapies for the treatment of multiple myeloma, in close collaboration with Johnson & Johnson. Legend Biotech is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Legend’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Legend Biotech maintains a drug-free workplace.Benefits: Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Matched 401K Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account AD&D Insurance Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Paid Maternity Leave Paid Paternity Leave Pet Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program