Engineering Technologist

Job description

Details:
GSK are a science-led global healthcare company on a mission to help people to do more, feel better and live longer.

We are committed to overcoming some of the biggest challenges in global health; delivering products of value in a responsible, sustainable way; and providing access to medicine for the world's poorest communities.

To help strengthen and develop a range of innovative products in order to improve people's health and well-being we are seeking an experienced Engineering/Technical focused Engineering Technologist to join our biopharmaceutical and sterile products manufacturing Centre Of Excellence in Barnard Castle.

This role presents an exciting opportunity for the successful applicant to work with our Global Manufacturing and Supply/Research & Development teams at GSK/Viiv Healthcare on our new Cabotegravir treatments for HIV currently moving into the commercial stages of it's development.

To find out more about Cabotegravir, https://www.viivhealthcare.com/.

In this role you will support delivery of new technologies by ensuring engineering processes are technically robust. You will need exceptional trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work proactively to manage risk and find solutions

This is a unique and exciting role, giving you the opportunity to influence and shape the technology used across GSK's aseptic products manufacturing network.

to be considered for this position ideally you will have prior experience with aseptic manufacturing technologies within the pharmaceutical industry, however experience within highly regulated industry working on hygienic manufacturing processes will be highly regarded too.

As a expert in your field, you will provide a single point of contact for R&D, support all manufacturing sites with particularly difficult problems, mentor site based technical staff, and lead cross-functional teams to drive technical innovation for second generation processes.

Key Responsibilities:
• Creation of a depth of technical capability and expertise within GSK's Global Manufacturing and Supply (GMS) organisation to support the company's commercial ambition for Cabotegravir
• Development and maintenance of a strong technical understanding of secondary processing technologies - including sterile liquid fill-finish, , environmental monitoring, inspection, component compatibility, automation, stability and disposable technology for ampoules, vials and pre-filled syringes.
• Provision of expert advice and input to product development and characterisation activities related to secondary processing
• Resolution of emerging manufacturing and development issues and support for on going product evolution
• Mentorship and development of the technical leaders for a variety of different biopharmaceutical products.
• Early engagement and collaboration with R&D to define design, selection and manufacturability requirements
• Support of the commercialisation of products at secondary manufacturing sites
• Supporting timely and compliant regulatory agency filings
• In partnership with R&D the role holder will support the development of an aligned technology strategy by building upon best practice
• Implementation of QbD strategies and processes for GSK's biopharmaceutical and sterile assets

We are passionate about what we do and have created an environment where everyone feels valued, is able to develop, contribute to our mission and be proud of what we achieve. We want people who share our values and believe in our mission.

Our investment in training, development and learning opportunities will empower you to be the best you can be, and we'll make sure you have a stimulating and wide-ranging role that will enable you develop your expertise as you create value for us.

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE – 11th May 2017

When applying for this role, please use the 'cover letter' of the on-line application to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application.

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Desired profile

Basic qualifications:
• MEng Degree
• Demonstrated experience delivering solutions with a continuous improvement mindset within demanding Manufacturing operations
• Experience working in an integrated way with the businesses' agendas. Able to show insight and good judgement within business teams to deliver sound decisions and solutions.
• Demonstrates a good track record of translating business objectives into solutions through appropriately setting the direction, objectives, targets and metrics. Able to take responsibility to deliver against demanding projects or initiatives and meets criteria of time, cost, quality and performance.
• Experience participating and influencing stakeholders in order to raise standards within the function.
• Has a depth of experience in Engineering with a technical background in manufacturing and can demonstrated a capacity to add value through the application of this capability across businesses.

Preferred qualifications:
•Postgraduate Engineering qualification
•Medium to large scale and complex Engineering/Technical project experience
• Exposure to issues involved in working in a culturally and geographically diverse business.
• Exposure to working in a highly complex organization with a matrix structure and with multiple lines of authority leveraging influence within a complex network of stakeholders.
• Leadership role in driving standardization initiatives taking into account the end to end process and customer experience
• Willingness to work outside their own sphere of experience