Catalyx is seeking a Quality Planner to join our team and work on our customer site in Cork. The Quality Planner reports to the Quality Department and has end to end oversight of the production, testing and release plans for the site. This planner will work closely with the relevant co-ordinators to schedule work in line with business requirements and to adjust the site production plan accordingly on the SAP system. This is a site strategic role in ensuring timely Product Release and on-time delivery of material to the customer.
Who We Are:
Catalyx specializes in the science of operational processes. With a footprint across North America and Europe, the company carefully automates and services RD, production, packaging, and delivery processes—globally—with a sophisticated blend of products, technologies, and lifecycle services.
Catalyx is a trusted partner in delivering world-class lifecycle services to regulated and high-risk end markets. With a relentless commitment to innovation and excellence, we partner with life science and other highly regulated organisations, to empower them to enhance efficiency, and drive success. As part of this commitment, we are continuously developing our on-site teams to support the advancement of customer operations.
Responsibilities and Tasks:
Attends the daily site Value stream boards weekly planning meetings
Coordinates inspection lot end dates and lead times on SAP with the various business units in the supply chain
Works closely with Production and Supply chain functions ensuring fast response to unforeseen changes or requests.
Liaise with Production, Quality and Supply Chain depts to adjust inspection lot ends dates accurately appropriately when lots are received on site, and when issues arise during production, testing or release.
Monitor issues and delays against lots throughout the supply chain, perform impact assessments against the site Plan and adjust accordingly.
Communicate planning changes and impact between Supply Chain and Operations functions
Tracking progress of lot, manage KPI reporting and analysis.
Refine the current business process for management of inspection lot end dates on SAP
Strong communication skills and active participation in key business process meetings (Trade Zone, Weekly business review, IBP cycle meetings).
Product quality compliance with GXP; including appropriate reporting and escalation of any product quality or GXP incidents or non-compliance.
Skills/Knowledge:
Supply Chain experience and familiarity with scheduling
Organisation skills/Project Management
SAP experience desirable
Manufacturing Execution Process knowledge
Quality and GMP knowledge/experience beneficial
Proven excellent communication skills/ communicates effectively
Negotiation skills.
Proven meeting facilitation skills in a cross-functional environment / working group or workshop–based environment.
Result-driven, target oriented; demonstrates optimism and ‘Can Do’ attitude.
Excellent understanding of business processes and quality principles and practices, across internal and external environments.
Understanding for the technical requirements of cross functional units.
Project Management Skills / Lean six sigma methodology – Would be a plus.
Professionalism and maturity required to effectively interact with senior management.
Education:
Degree level – primary degree in business, science or engineering discipline
4 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry a GMP environment
BSc in Supply Chain/Operations/Business/Quality
Why Join Catalyx?
At Catalyx we understand that our people are our greatest asset. For this reason and many others, we take care of them. The team in Catalyx benefits from a Total Rewards package. This includes great personal benefits and professional growth opportunities.
Catalyx is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued, respected, and supported. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background, and strive to create a welcoming environment for everyone.
At Catalyx, we are committed to attracting the best global talent. We proudly support our international employees by offering assistance with Critical Skills Visa applications for eligible candidates.
