Assoc. Dir., Engineering

Job Description

About the Role: As a Technical Lead, you will report into Director, Chemical Technical Operations, External Manufacturing API Technology, and play a pivotal role in managing the technical interface between our company and our External Partners (EP) for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) and intermediates. You will be responsible for providing process support, resolving production issues, evaluating process change requests, and proactively managing process and technical risks. You will also oversee External Partners during New Product Introductions and Technical Transfers, ensuring the success of our collaborative efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate independently on priorities established with assigned External Partners.
• Foster proactive partnerships with External Partners to meet business goals, identify and mitigate risks, and continuously enhance performance.
• Maintain a strong focus on compliance and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) to drive supply excellence.
• Serve as the primary technical contact for assigned External Partners while coordinating with impacted company sites and External Partners.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless product supply with an end-to-end mindset.
• Initiate and drive change controls to completion.
• Provide rapid support to External Partners to resolve manufacturing challenges and minimize supply disruptions.
• Collaborate with Research Laboratories groups during New Product Introductions/Technical Transfers.
• Offer on-site support at External Partners as required, proactively identifying risks and supporting all phases of execution.
• Conduct technical due diligence assessments and provide expert consultation on chemical manufacturing matters.
• Review process change requests and deviation reports while ensuring regulatory compliance.

What You Bring:

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in manufacturing, specifically in API process production, development, optimization, and technical transfer.
• Advanced expertise in technologies such as biocatalysis, enzyme manufacturing, and reaction flow chemistry, along with plant-scale chromatography.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
• Proven leadership attributes including a global mindset, an end-to-end supply chain perspective, and strong collaborative abilities across functions and geographies.
• Demonstrated capacity to solve complex technical challenges, lead project teams, and influence stakeholders effectively.
• A solid understanding of small molecule pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Fluency in English is essential; Spanish language skills are highly preferred.

Why Join Us? At our company, we are committed to fostering an innovative and inclusive workplace. We value your expertise and will provide you with the tools and support you need to excel in your role. Join us in our mission to make a positive impact in the world of pharmaceuticals.

If you are ready to embark on an exciting journey with us, apply today! We can’t wait to hear from you.

Apply now and help us shape the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing!

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

25%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Remote

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

Yes

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Job Posting End Date:

12/19/2024

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Requisition ID:R325976