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Drug Product Technical Manager

Job Posted: 23 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Sligo County

Expire in: 4 days

Job Description

Team Horizon is seeking a Drug Product Technical Manager for our client based in Sligo. This role provides technical expertise in chemistry and chemical engineering, alongside program management support for commercial DP manufacturing and site-wide NPI delivery. The position also plays a key role in monitoring processes and identifying opportunities to improve yield, reduce cycle times, and lower standard product costs through continuous improvement.
Why you should apply:
  * This is an excellent opportunity to join a world class manufacturing operation, with an outstanding track record of reliably delivering high-quality medicines to patients around the world suffering serious illnesses.
  * There is a strong culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the company to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people’s lives.
  * Our client is developing the capability to produce all its medicines, helping to ensure continuity of supply of our medicines as they expand internationally.
What you will be doing:
  * Manage a team of 3–6 direct reports.
  * Set annual goals, complete reviews, and own growth plans and performance management.
  * Provide cross-training, mentoring, and guidance to team members.
  * Operate with significant autonomy while aligning with the Technical Operations Manager
  * Own technical accountability for 4–6 commercial and NPI products involved in large-scale drug product manufacture.
  * Provide support for highly complex processes, including chemistry, engineering, and solid oral dose technical requirements.
  * Lead all new process and validation activities from project start-up through process qualification.
    Identify, prioritise, and manage continuous improvement projects; coach technical support engineers and chemists; and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
  * Prepare process fits, feasibility studies, development work, and operating budgets for future product introductions.
  * Plan and lead technical transfers for future product introductions.
  * Support departmental budgeting as delegated by the Manufacturing Manager.
  * Manage medium-scale capital projects.
  * Support site strategy and work with internal and external stakeholders to influence product development and transfer.
  * Promote culture within the team and across the department.
  * Adhere to all EHS & E standards, procedures, and policies.
What you need to apply:
  * Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science or technical discipline. People leadership experience with experience managing direct reports.
  * 5+ years’ experience in process chemistry or process engineering within a GMP pharmaceutical environment.
  * 3–5+ years’ experience supporting start-ups and/or new product introductions in pharmaceutical facilities.
  * Experience in batch processing, technical transfers, commissioning, and validation.
  * Strong problem-solving skills under pressure, with the ability to assess multiple solutions.
  * Innovative thinker with a track record of proposing, demonstrating, and implementing new solutions. High attention to detail, strong compliance mindset, and a results-driven approach.
  * Strong communication and interpersonal skill

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