Director Process Engineering (Manufacturing Science & Technology) & Project Management at Aesica Pharmaceuticals GmbH (Recipharm) in Zwickau

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Global Head of MSAT and PM, the Director of MSAT and PM will take responsibility for Process development and installation and validation of new equipment for Recipharm’s sites in Monheim and Zwickau.

This role will be part of the Site Leadership Team.

MAIN TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

MSAT tasks

• Support “Lead to contract process” with technical feasibility according to Global procedures
• Support with technological problem solving and deviation investigation in commercial production, related to analytical testing methods or process execution
• Work with Global MSAT and PM, Quality and Commercial functions
• Manage the local MSAT team of engineers and scientists

Project Management tasks

• Lead all interdisciplinary projects on both sites according to Global Project Management procedure
• Provide regular project reporting
• Project portfolio management and align priorities within Site Leadership Team
• Interface with the Commercial function for offer writing and TT/PD funnel S&OP and resource planning
• Manage the local Project Management teams in both of the Monheim and Zwickau sites.

EXPERIENCE

• Educated to Degree level in Process /Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, or comparable qualification.
• Comprehensive experience of leading larger teams in a Matrix organisation
• Proven Experience in Modeling of technical processes
• Experience in Global PM and PMO
• Proven track record in continuous improvement and cost reduction projects
• Knowledge in applying inferential statistics to model manufacturing robustness.
• Good background and of PM and development methods

SKILLS

• Thorough understanding of supply chain and production processes
• Expert in SAP- system
• Advanced IT skills (Advanced Microsoft Windows and Office).
• Demonstrable and effective Leadership, communication and analytical skills,
• A Team player who takes initiative
• Well structured and organized
• Commercial attitude
• Knowledge about pharma specific requirements and processes, specifically GMP knowledge (regulatory, production processes, GMP-compliance)
• Innovative, technically interested, process-oriented
• Analytical and structured approach, with self-initiative, self-motivation and self-strategic direction, while also effectively working within team and matrix environment to influence and guide activity. Must have mix between strategy setting and a willingness to dig into the details to help solve supply chain and packaging operations challenges
• Fluency in English

LOCATION

The role is located at the Zwickau site or possibly Monheim am Rhein site, with the option of hybrid working available.

This position may require some in-country and Global travel.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Attractive basic salary at manager level
• Variable component with individual target agreement
• 30 days holiday leave
• Private Pension contribution
• Company car

Our core values of Respect, Reliability, Collaboration and Excellence shape every aspect of our work and our interactions with all our stakeholders. We seek individuals who are respectful, considerate and honest, value diversity and show integrity in their daily work. Our culture thrives on reliability, ensuring we consistently deliver on our promises and meet the expectations of our stakeholders through operational excellence. We believe in the power of collaboration, fostering an agile environment through teamwork and active listening. Our relentless pursuit of excellence drives us to deliver high-quality products and services, while maintaining a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where every team member is recognised and valued. Join us to be part of a community that is committed to mutual success and high standards.

ABOUT RECIPHARM

Recipharm is a leading Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) employing over 5,900 employees worldwide. Recipharm provides manufacturing services of pharmaceuticals in various dosage forms, including, sterile fill & finish, oral solid dosage and biologics; clinical trial material development and manufacturing services; and, pharmaceutical product development. Its biologics segment, ReciBioPharm, works with customers to develop and commercialise advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs): pre-clinical to clinical and commercial development and manufacture for new biological modalities, encompassing technologies based on live viruses and viral vectors, live-microbial biopharmaceutical products, nucleic acid-based mRNA and plasmid DNA production.

Recipharm manufactures several hundred different products to customers ranging from big pharma to smaller research and development companies. It operates development and manufacturing facilities in France, Germany, India, Israel, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and the US and is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden.

For more information on Recipharm and our services, please visit www.recipharm.com and www.recibiopharm.com