Þvice Engineering and Technology Manager

Standort: UK - County Durham - Barnard Castle, Upper Merion, Ware Datum: Nov 23 2022 We make and supply medicines and vaccines all around the globe and our teams own every production stage, from creating quality products at our manufacturing sites to designing effective supply forecasting and regulatory inspections; all powered by digital, data and analytics. We operate at impressive scale, producing over 1.7 billion packs of medicine and 767 million vaccine doses in 2021. We continue to modernise, so we can launch even more new products at speed whilst turbo-charging delivery across our entire portfolio through our relentless focus on quality, safety, and service. The way we work will change. For some, the shift in technology and products will be revolutionary. Our R&D pipeline demands a new kind of supply chain, and we need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of automation and robotics so we can work smarter together. Device Engineering and Technology Manager The opportunity here allows you to impact a significant element of GSK’s manufacturing, crafting and implementing far reaching strategies and future-proofing the business. You'll build a fantastic network across technical, engineering, quality and third parties, and capitalize on this to deliver results through both formal leadership and highly effective matrix management and influencing. Responsibilities Lead a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, technologists and scientists to support the development and commercialization of devices such as autoinjectors to support our existing commercial products and our exciting new product portfolio Contribute to a world class pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities committed to improving the quality of life for millions of people across the world Ensuring effective and efficient, fit for purpose capability and processes are in place to support the development of new platforms, continuous improvement of our existing platforms, adoption of new technologies and platform lifecycle management in conjunction with our 3rd party supply base partners. Establishing and leading a defined performance management structure to drive successful improvement project execution as well as product and technology lifecycle management. Partnering with R&D to define first intent platforms that support acceleration and intensification of the biopharmaceutical portfolio for both parenteral device and biopharma cold chain transportation. Supporting and driving rapid resolution of device technical issues in support of sites or 3rd party partners; including responding to feedback from patients using our devices to improve their experience. Maintaining an active technical talent management and succession program for your team. Working with Global and Regional / Local Regulatory to understand, translate and apply appropriate regulations, being conversant with statutory obligations and GSK procedures for all regulatory requirements in device areas; ensure GSK corporate governance is upheld. APPLICATION CLOSING DATE – 7th December 2022 Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert. When applying for this role, please use the ‘cover letter’ of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application. During the course of your application you will be requested to complete voluntary information which will be used in monitoring the effectiveness of our equality and diversity policies. Your information will be treated as confidential and will not be used in any part of the selection process. If you require a reasonable adjustment to the application / selection process to enable you to demonstrate your ability to perform the job requirements, please contact 0808 234 4391. This will help us to understand any modifications we may need to make to support you throughout our selection process. *LI-GSK Why you? Here at GSK, we are seeking someone that is passionate and able to ‘roll up their sleeves’ when needed and in return we will offer fantastic career progression and the opportunity to engage with Senior Stakeholders, allowing you to shape and contribute to the success of the business. Basic Qualifications: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: Bachelors/Masters degree in an appropriate scientific or engineering discipline Proven experience in a technical subject area related to devices In depth knowledge of scale-up, technical transfer and process change Hands on experience of multiple devices, especially autoinjectors and packaging types Conversant with GMP and US/EU/ROW Regulations Experience in troubleshooting, RCA, CAPA, etc. Track record of success in a management or leadership role Additional qualifications/education beneficial Experience leading a large multifunctional team Prior experience in a global change or strategy role Why GSK? GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to impact the health of 2.5 billion people around the world in the next 10 years. Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together. Find out more: Annual Report 2021 Als Unternehmen, das von den Werten Patientenorientierung, Transparenz, Respekt und Integrität geleitet wird, wissen wir, dass Inklusion und Vielfalt für unseren Erfolg unerlässlich sind. Wir möchten, dass alle unsere Kollegen bei GSK gedeihen und ihre einzigartigen Erfahrungen einbringen, damit sie sich wohlfühlen und ihre Karriere fortsetzen können. Als Kandidat für eine Rolle möchten wir, dass Sie sich genauso fühlen. Wir glauben an eine agile Arbeitskultur für alle unsere Rollen. Wenn Flexibilität für Sie wichtig ist, empfehlen wir Ihnen, gemeinsam mit unserem Einstellungsteam nach den Möglichkeiten zu suchen. Bitte zögern Sie nicht, uns zu kontaktieren, wenn Sie Änderungen an unserem Prozess besprechen möchten, mit denen Sie Ihre Stärken und Fähigkeiten unter Beweis stellen können. 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