Job Title: Manufacturing Technologist (Days)
Introduction to role:
Are you ready to make a difference in the world of biopharmaceuticals? As a Manufacturing Technologist, you'll be at the forefront of supporting complex, life-changing biological products. You'll play a pivotal role in new product introductions, process monitoring, investigations, and improvement projects. Your expertise will bridge the gap between shift operations and day-based cross-functional support, ensuring seamless facility and product start-up into ongoing commercial supply. Dive into technical ownership of upstream and downstream unit operations, providing real-time leadership on process and equipment issues aligned with our business strategies.
Accountabilities:
As a Manufacturing Technologist, you'll be responsible for supporting BDS operations at College Park, Dublin. You'll foster a culture of open communication and efficient execution, enabling individuals and teams to excel and continuously improve.
- Lead and provide expert technical and documentation support for investigations, CAPA’s, change controls, training, and improvement projects to ensure safe, compliant, cost-effective manufacturing of bulk drug substances.
- During routine new product introductions, provide end-user operations requirements input into design, commissioning, and validation of equipment, automation, and processes.
- Develop Operations procedures, batch records, and other documentation while providing technical training to Operations teams.
- Set up work practices and procedures that minimize human error and collaborate with continuous improvement teams to eliminate sources of error.
- Successfully lead teams to deliver project requirements associated with cost, time, and functionality, achieving all KPI targets.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with partners at College Park including Quality, Engineering, Technical Services, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, Human Resources, and Finance.
- Experience in Manufacturing Operations, Technical Support or Equipment Engineering in a biopharmaceutical company or closely aligned industry (working in an GMP environment).
- Extensive knowledge of biological manufacturing processes.
- Well-developed analytical, numerical and computer skills with the ability to combine hands-on activities with theoretical knowledge and expertise.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting capability.
- Good presenting and training skills.
- Good technical writing skills.
- Excellent communications and decision-making skills.
- Green Belt in Lean Six Sigma an advantage.
- Proven ability to work well as part of a team & on own with minimum supervision.
- Proven leadership skills.
- Other duties as required.
- Experience with leading projects in areas such as media prep, buffer prep, sterile filtration, upstream and downstream unit operations.
- Experience in formulation, aseptic and sterile manufacturing including autoclaves, sterile filtration, vial and syringe packaging would be an added advantage.
- Experience in investigating complex manufacturing investigations, CAPA’s and Change Controls.
- Good knowledge of GMP/HPRA/FDA regulatory requirements and current Health and Safety Regulations legislation.
- Green Belt in Lean Six Sigma an advantage.
When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
At AstraZeneca's Alexion division, we are driven by our passion to innovate and create meaningful value. Our commitment to patients living with rare diseases guides our actions every day. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture where ideas flourish and new thinking grows. With the entrepreneurial spirit of a leading biotech combined with the strength of a global biopharma, we are on a mission to change lives for the better. Join us in making an impact where it truly counts.
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now to become part of our dynamic team!
Date Posted
20-Aug-2025Closing Date
02-Sep-2025Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.
