Head of Technical (Manufacturing, Packaging and Artwork)
Our client, a leading Pharmaceutical manufacturer, is looking to appoint a Head of Technical who will take responsibility for the reliable, efficient and compliant operation of the Technical Department (Technical Manufacturing, Technical Packaging and Artwork), ensuring routine GMP compliance and efficient operation. This is a really exciting time to join their business as they look to extend their portfolio and their premises, making room for more manufacturing and packaging lines.
Provide Subject Matter (SME) Expertise in Technology: The position holder will ensure a scientific approach is taken in the development and change management of packaging materials, product formulation/manufacture/packaging, and cleaning.
Technical Operational Effectiveness: To provide oversight and direction on initiatives that guarantee effective artwork, packaging & manufacturing operations, e.g., Packaging & Manufacturing Batch Record generation, Supplier Management (selection, complaints etc., but excluding purchasing), determining scale of manufacture and campaign strategies, monitor process variables and determine control measures.
Operational Leadership: To work with the operational leadership team to ensure a safe, compliant, efficient, and cost-effective production operation.
EDCS Effectiveness: Providing guidance, expertise, and support for the strategic technology interface between EDCS Sites, Pharmaceutical Science Technology (PST), Third Party Operations (TPO), and Core Functional Units (CFU) during the development, registration, and introduction of pharmaceutical products to ensure effective supply of existing products and successful execution of product launches. Ensure processes are aligned to global expectations.
General Responsibilities (Safety, Quality, Customer, Cost, and Innovations): To ensure that operations conducted are performed in accordance with the requirements of Corporate Standards, Quality System, GMP and GDP Guidelines, and Industry Standards. Duties are performed to ensure:
* A safe working environment is maintained for self and other employees, ensuring all near-miss incidents and accidents are reported in accordance with procedures.
* The Quality of products manufactured and released is assured through adherence to all procedures.
* Opportunities to improve operations and reduce cost are identified and progressed through continuous improvement and demand innovation initiatives.
* All stakeholder and customer expectations are understood and met through communication.
* Performance is in line with personal and company objectives with demonstrated behaviors and competencies.
Departmental Management:
* Responsible for compliance with Health and Safety procedures in areas of responsibility.
* Responsible for compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices in areas of responsibility.
* Key player in internal, customer, and regulatory audits.
* Ensure approved technical standard operating procedures (SOPs) are implemented.
* Ensure that the required initial and continuing training of departmental personnel is carried out and adapted according to business need.
* Develop departmental budget (1 year) and headcount (2-5 year) business plans and manage departmental expenditure within agreed budgets.
* Ensure Pre-audit Inspection readiness and Knowledge share.
* Technical & routine operational support of Manufacturing & Packaging operations, systems & process.
* In conjunction with other functions, identify and facilitate continuous improvement opportunities that result in cost savings and more efficient and compliant ways of working.
Skills and Qualifications:
* Experience in leading and managing a team.
* Experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
* Applicable technical knowledge and good technical writing ability.
* Experience in and can apply change management models.
* Demonstrable familiarity with MHRA/EMA/FDA guidance.
* Strong at motivating and leading a team.
* Excellent communicator who can flex styles for differing target audiences.
* Can problem-solve and remain calm under pressure.
* Great at prioritizing and giving clear direction.
* Self-develops ensuring they keep up to date with the times and changing technologies.
* Strong influencer with a constant improvement mindset.
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Manufacturing
Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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