Pilot Plant Manufacturing & Technology Transfer Expert

Salary Range:

€33,500.00 - €62,100.00

 

Job Description Summary

The Pilot Plant Manufacturing & Technology Transfer Expert is responsible for technology transfer activities and front line technical and scientific expert support for all process-specific issues to ensure execution of processes on-time (business continuity); in compliance to cGMPs, SOPs and applicable guidelines and functional standards and to allow continuously improving in quality, productivity efficiency.

 

Job Description

Major accountabilities:

• Provide front line expert support for all process-specific issues to production

• Coordinate and ensure the completion of all production operations on time, in accordance with the documentation and in compliance with GMP, SSE and 5S rules

• Ensure real time shop floor support as an expert on technical problems and ensuring that appropriate immediate corrective/remediation actions are implemented by troubleshooting and structure problem solving methodology

• Perform real time batches follow-up and batch records technical review

• Ensure that production documents under her/his responsibility are systematically up to date and that the production documents necessary for the validation / revalidation of processes are available

• Support the development of technical and scientific knowledge of shop floor technicians

• Support production team (technician, supervisor etc) in their day to day activities

• Collaborate to ensure the correct compilation and maintenance of product and process data records on information systems (SAP/3AGEST2, etc.

• Lead thorough Root Cause Investigation process using investigation tools and methodology

• Ensure timely treatment of deviations, complaints, OOE, OOS, and the implementation of effective CAPAs within agreed timelines where involved

Minimum Requirements:
Work Experience:

• Minimum 2 year experience in GMP manufacturing support / technical role
• Min. 8 year experience in the field of expertise for lower Education levels
• Good scientific and technical understanding
• Team player with strong team spirit
• Good negotiator, Influencing and persuading
• Change management, adaptability, ability to work under pressure
• Good understanding or capacity to quickly understand production processes
• Quality and compliance skills
• Good understanding of regulatory requirements across multiple health authorities
• Good working knowledge/understanding of manufacturing execution systems (MES, SAP, or relevant...)

Benefits & Rewards

At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: €33,500.00 - €62,100.00

The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.

In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.

The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.

Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.

Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering:

https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf

Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion / EEO paragraph

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams’ representative of the patients and communities we serve.

 

Skills Desired

Materials Science, Process Simulation, Technical Writing, Waterfall Model