Operations Lead

• Function as the site interface between the Product Delivery Teams (PDT's), and Manufacturing operations.
• Engaging with staff members within the Manufacturing department to ensure understanding of the processes and working collaboratively cross functionally with Facilities & Engineering, Quality, PD and Supply Chain.
• Develop, review, and approve Generic Master Batch Records and Parameter Value Lists across Formulation, Filling and Inspection
• Develop, review and update Production, Engineering, Operating Procedures & training materials
• Assist in providing training on scientific or technical aspects of the current process/project(s) to Direct Manufacturing
• Evaluate, plan, and implement solutions for process improvement opportunities both current and project related.
• Support scheduling and execution of Characterisation, Engineering and PPQ runs, ensuring all necessary pre-requisites are included on the schedule and assess process performance by observation of floor operations and review of performance data
• Provide troubleshooting support throughout the project and on the floor during execution of activities
• Hold people to account for delivery and behaviors within the Manufacturing Support team and associated with the project(s)
• Perform Job Hazard Assessments and Change Control Assessments to determine impact to Manufacturing
• Partner with Learning & Performance to define training strategies for current processes, NPIs and complex projects
• Consult with Quality Assurance to ensure that GMP standards are maintained in line with current SOP's, batch documentation and licences
• Develop, review and update Protocols for manufacturing activities
• Documentation and approval of protocol deviations for manufacturing activities
• Consult with Process Development, Direct manufacturing, Equipment, and System Owners regarding process changes in an effective and timely manner
• Own and lead change controls as required by the Manufacturing support team
• Review and approve Bills of Materials
• Develop, review and update Product Quality Risk Assessments

• Bachelor's degree in a science discipline.
• 3+ years of biopharmaceutical manufacturing experience in Fill Finish or related manufacturing or GMP experience in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry.
• Experience with regulatory compliance in cGMP manufacturing and testing of pharmaceutical products.

Berkley Group