Production Manager

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Job Description

Key Roles/Responsibilities:

• Ensure all manufacturing operations are run effectively and efficiently to meet business and customer expectations through on time in full delivery of products in accordance with EHS and quality policies and procedures;
• Manage the manufacturing departmental resources and assets ensuring repeat clinical and commercial cGMP product manufacture are manufactured in compliance with cGMP;
• Provide guidance to Sales and Operations Planning on the scheduling and duration of manufacturing campaigns;
• Conduct Manufacturing related near-miss, accident and incident investigations as appropriate;
• Ensure availability of Manufacturing resource to meet the production plan;
• Providing daily progress updates against plan to ensure that Manufacturing support services are co-ordinated appropriately;
• Ensure investigation and root cause analyses for batch failure and critical process related deviations are completed according to agreed timelines and cGMP guidelines;
• Through effective goal setting, motivate the Manufacturing team to achieve high standards and work towards company goals;
• Management of manufacturing staff including performance management and feedback, motivation and training;
• Monitor appropriate department performance measures, i.e. yield, schedule adherence, deviations raised, and documentation turnaround, identifying areas for improvement;
• In collaboration with Learning & Development, define appropriate development plans for the Manufacturing team to ensure competency to meet future business needs;
• Partake in staff recruitment interviews and selection processes for the Manufacturing department;
• Effectively communicate within area of responsibility and across Business Partners and Service Providers;
• Support continuous improvement activities within Manufacturing.
• Complete ad hoc requests as requested by the business.

Competencies:

• Teamwork - As a team member, the ability and desire to work cooperatively with others on a team
• Communication - The ability to ensure that information is passed on to others who should be kept informed.
• Building Collaborative Relationships - The ability to strengthen partnerships with others inside the organization who can provide information, assistance, and support.
• Attention to Detail - Ensuring that one's own and others' work and information are complete and accurate
• Problem Solving - The ability to accurately assess a situation and derive a positive outcome.
• Decision Making - The ability to quickly assess information to arrive at the best possible choice and being able to provide reasoning that support your decision.
• Leadership - Skills and behaviors that contribute to superior performance.
• Interpersonal Awareness - The ability to notice, interpret, and anticipate others' concerns and feelings, and to communicate this awareness empathetically to others.
• Customer Awareness - The ability to demonstrate concern for satisfying one's external and/or internal customers.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

• Degree or higher qualification in Scientific or Engineering discipline

Essential Experience

• Minimum 5 years management experience in a GMP manufacturing environment, preferably in ADC manufacture.
• Experience of implementing change using change control principals.
• Experience of project management.
• Understand the requirements of GMP manufacturing within a regulated industry and the associated system.
• Have a general understanding of Continuous Improvement techniques.
• Excellent team working skills.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of risk management systems and procedures.

About Us

In the three decades of its existence, Piramal Group has pursued a twin strategy of both organic and inorganic growth.

Driven by its core values, Piramal Group steadfastly pursues inclusive growth, while adhering to ethical and values-driven practices.

Equal employment opportunity

Piramal Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetics, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

We base our employment decisions on merit considering qualifications, skills, performance, and achievements. We endeavor to ensure that all applicants and employees receive equal opportunity in personnel matters, including recruitment, selection, training, placement, promotion, demotion, compensation and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions, including reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities as well as individuals with needs related to their religious observance or practice.

About the Team

Piramal Pharma Solutions (PPS) is a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) offering end-to-end development and manufacturing solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our customers through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia. This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including drug discovery solutions, process & pharmaceutical development services, clinical trial supplies, commercial supply of APIs, and finished dosage forms. We also offer specialized services such as the development and manufacture of highly potent APIs, antibody-drug conjugations, sterile fill/finish, peptide products & services, and potent solid oral drug products. PPS also offers development and manufacturing services for biologics including vaccines, gene therapies, and monoclonal antibodies, made possible through Piramal Pharma Limited's investment in Yapan Bio Private Limited. Our track record as a trusted service provider with experience across varied technologies makes us a partner of choice for innovators and generic companies worldwide.