Manager, Technical Operations

CA03 BioVectra Inc.; Windsor; On-site; CAD 94,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

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Benefits

Job summary

BioVECTRA, now part of Agilent, seeks an experienced production leader to manage and coach a skilled team on the Windsor site. You will guide technical transfer, ensure process alignment, and drive project demonstrations to make manufacturing processes commercially viable.

The role requires a B.Sc. in a relevant field, 10 years of pharma experience, and at least 1 year of leadership, with travel and cross-functional collaboration across Development, Operations, and Sales.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or Biochemistry.
• 10 years of Pharmaceutical experience.
• 1 year of leadership experience.
• Experience in technology transfer accomplishments in a biotech/pharmaceutical industry.

Responsibilities

• Managing, training, and coaching a team of production staff.
• Conducting routine direct floor level supervision and coaching.
• Providing direction, influencing production decisions, implementing corrective actions, and ensuring alignment.
• Facilitates alignment of Development and Operations technical decisions necessary through completion of process performance demo, engineering and validation runs to ensure commercial viability of the manufacturing process.
• Providing technical guidance and recommendations in conjunction with Sales and Marketing in the evaluation of new projects.
• Providing risk assessment to the technical transfer process.
• Developing and approving process SOPs, training documents, and associated reports.
• Communicating pertinent information to appropriate representative to ensure successful product transfer and commercialization.
• Participating in client visits of contract manufacturing operations.
• Participating in the inception of the project through to completion of the technology transfer.
• Incorporating the use of Process Analytic Technology (PAT) into the process where appropriate.

Skills

Team leadership

Team supervision

Technical guidance

Communication

Education

B.Sc. in Engineering, Chemistry, or Biochemistry

Job description

BioVECTRA, now a part of Agilent

BIOVECTRA, now a part of Agilent, is recognized as a leader in the contract development and manufacturing space of active pharmaceutical ingredients specializing in clinical-to-commercial scale production for microbial fermentation, synthetic small molecules including ADC, HPAPI, plasmid DNA, mRNA, LNP and sterile filling capabilities. With over 650 employees at both the Windsor, NS and Charlottetown, PEI sites, BIOVECTRA supports over 100 clients, including over 20 top pharma and biotech companies. BIOVECTRA joined Agilent in 2024 and is part of Agilent’s Advanced Manufacturing Partnerships Division (AMPD), which also contains Agilent’s Nucleic Acid Solutions Division. With BIOVECTRA, Agilent aims to align advanced manufacturing capabilities, expertise, and resources to foster greater innovation and operational excellence. Within AMPD, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals committed to revolutionizing advanced manufacturing, making a significant impact in the industry and, most importantly, improving patient care through the manufacture of better therapeutics.

Responsibilities

• Managing, training, and coaching a team of production staff
• Conducting routine direct floor level supervision and coaching
• Providing direction, influencing production decisions, implementing corrective actions, and ensuring alignment
• Facilitates alignment of Development and Operations technical decisions necessary through completion of process performance demo, engineering and validation runs to ensure commercial viability of the manufacturing process
• Providing technical guidance and recommendations in conjunction with Sales and Marketing in the evaluation of new projects
• Providing risk assessment to the technical transfer process
• Developing and approving process SOPs, training documents, and associated reports
• Communicating pertinent information to appropriate representative to ensure successful product transfer and commercialization
• Participating in client visits of contract manufacturing operations
• Participating in the inception of the project through to completion of the technology transfer
• Incorporating the use of Process Analytic Technology (PAT) into the process where appropriate

Qualifications Required

• B.Sc. degree, preferably with a discipline in Engineering, Chemistry, or Biochemistry
• 10 years of Pharmaceutical experience
• 1 year of leadership experience
• Experience in technology transfer accomplishments in a biotech/pharmaceutical industry

Desired

• M.Sc. an asset
• Experience with API and drug product manufacturing an asset
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, Validation and Quality Control
• Excellent organization and interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Travel may be required

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $93,521.00 - $146,126.00/yr CAD plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

Travel

Travel Required: Occasional Shift: Day Duration: No End Date Job Function: Manufacturing Graduate and Student

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