Associate Director - Process Development and Manufacturing Technology

About the Job

We deliver 4.3 billion healthcare solutions to people every year, thanks to the flawless planning and meticulous eye for detail of our Manufacturing & Supply teams. With your talent and ambition, we can do even more to protect people from infectious diseases and bring hope to patients and their families. Your job, as a Associate Director - Process Development and Manufacturing Technology will have the potential to transform the practice of medicine, turning the impossible into possible for millions of people.

We are an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across different countries, our talented teams are exploring new technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.

• The Associate Director performs a lead role in the execution of significant capital projects in the Global Device and Packaging Unit. Provides leadership and technical expertise to implement automated assembly manufacturing projects in our global manufacturing network.
  
• The Associate Director collaborates with cross functional core team and global functions as manufacturing lead to develop the appropriate device manufacturing concept and technology solutions to deploy robust manufacturing solutions.
  
• Performs process assessment to determine appropriate manufacturing strategy, processes, and technology solutions. Works with suppliers to develop, demonstrate feasibility, and implements semi to fully automated technology solutions.
  
• Leads the cross-platforms oversight of process development and industrialization of device manufacturing.
  
• Provides leadership and support throughout process development, technology transfer, process validation and production scale-up for mechanical device assembly.
  
• Leads technology development and knowledge transfer activities into internal and external manufacturing sites. Including specification and process development, supplier/equipment/technology selection, managing project through build, factory acceptance testing and qualification activities.
  
• Ensures standardization of technical requirements for processes and production facilities across all device platforms and the entire device network - all CMOs and Sanofi sites.
  
• Drives transversal global investigations in close proximity to industrial sites with providing technical support to investigate and assist in solving technical problems using sound engineering principles, knowledge, and experience.
  
• The Associate Director leads the establishment of strong and proactive connections between the process development and manufacturing technologies, other GDPU functions, industrial sites, global engineering and CMOs.
  
• Supports internal and external sites with process risk assessments to identify critical process parameters and develop control plans to mitigate risks.
  
• Supports sites with validation plan and execution of IQ/OQ/PQ, in accordance with regulations and internal site, and company guidance and requirements. Will often support sites with continuous improvement activities to optimize efficiency, productivity, and asset utilization.
  

• Bachelor's in engineering (e.g. mechanical, electronic, automation) or equivalent. Advanced degree a plus.
  
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in process development or manufacturing of Medical Devices in pharmaceutical or related industry.
  
• Strong technical expertise in designing and implementing pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
  
• Experience in automation, ramp-up and troubleshooting especially for high-volume production equipment.
  
• Proven track record in driving cross functional teams within device development / manufacturing in pharmaceutical industry.
  
• Strong global mindset and the ability to think strategically.
  

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
  
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it's through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
  
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
  
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks' gender-neutral parental leave.