Operations Coach

Job Description

A new opportunity has arisen for an Shift Operations Manager (IPT Coach) within our Manufacturing Team. Supported by a diverse, collaborative and multi-skilled global team of highly motivated people, you will be focused on providing effective and innovative solutions to ensure the smooth running of a production team at our expanding site. If you are an experienced manufacturing professional with a background in team or process management, an interest in learning new things and an appreciation for the importance of quality and safety at work, please apply today.

In this role, you will bring energy, knowledge, innovation and leadership skill to carry out the following:

• Lead a team of skilled staff on a 24/7 shift cycle
• Accountable for delivery of schedule milestones throughout the project duration.
• Driving operational and technical excellence to deliver all components of a stable process for PPQ, facility start-up and commercial supply, supported by a flexible, collaborative, multi-skilled teamwork environment.
• Design and operationalise a successful operations team that delivers right-first-time formulation and filling of biologics and vaccines.
• Resolve issues and escalate risks in a timely fashion to the relevant on-site stakeholders.
• Comply with the current Manufacturing Division, Quality and EHS Management System requirements, as relevant to the project and commercial operations.
• Ensure that the operations team receive appropriate resources and programmes to develop technical and other skills, to complete their jobs whilst stimulating personal growth and development in line with role. Develop and maintain training programmes.

To be successful in this role, you will more than likely have:

• A relevant qualification to complement strong manufacturing management experience. A Science/Engineering related discipline or equivalent is a major advantage but a mix of experience and education can be taken into account.
• Minimum 3-5 years experience in a first line leadership role ideally in a GMP setting with 1-2 years, ideally background in manufacturing, process engineering or quality.
• Knowledge of Sterile filling processes and equipment not essential but highly desirable.
• Lean Six Sigma Methodology experience desired
• Demonstrated ability to coach and lead a team.
• Strong focus on delivery and results driven.

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As a company, we are committed to 'Inventing for Life' in all that we do. We keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world's most challenging healthcare needs.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. Please don't hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition Advisor assigned to this role should you need any support during our recruitment process.

We are committed to flexible working where possible, and this is why our Company has introduced a new hybrid working model for office-based colleagues around the world.

So, if you are ready to:

Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, please apply today.

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Job Posting End Date: 06/10/2024

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Requisition ID: R293241