Head of Technical - Permanent

Eisai; Hatfield; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Job description:

Head of Technical - Permanent

The Company

Eisai is a leading research based pharmaceutical organisation with an extensive portfolio across the Oncology, Neurology and Pain therapy areas.

By joining Eisai, you will be working for an organisation with a human healthcare philosophy, which means that we put the patient first in everything we do.

Your new role
As Head of Technical for the EML production facility you will be responsible for the Manufacturing Technical, Packaging Technical and Artwork teams. The role forms part of the Operational Leadership Team who jointly ensure the smooth running of the factory.

Responsibilities:

1. Departmental Management: To take responsibility for the reliable, efficient and compliant operation of the Technical Department (Technical Manufacturing, Technical Packaging and Artwork), ensuring the routine GMP compliance and efficient operation.
2. Provide Subject Matter (SME) Expertise in Technology: The position holder will ensure a scientific approach is taken in the development and change management of packaging materials, product formulation/manufacture/packaging and cleaning.
3. Technical Operational Effectiveness: To provide oversight and direction on initiatives that guarantee effective artwork, packaging & manufacturing operations, e.g. Packaging & Manufacturing Batch Record generation, Supplier Management (selection, complaints etc., but excluding purchasing), determining scale of manufacture and campaign strategies, monitor process variables and determine control measures.
4. Operational Leadership: To work with the operational leadership team in EML to ensure a safe, compliant, efficient and cost-effective production operation.
5. EDCS Effectiveness: Providing guidance, expertise and support for the strategic technology interface between EDCS Sites, Pharmaceutical Science Technology (PST), Third Party Operations (TPO) and Core Functional Units (CFU) during the development, registration and introduction of pharmaceutical products to ensure effective supply of existing products and successful execution of product launches. Ensure EML processes are aligned to global expectations.

What are we looking for?

• Experience in leading and managing a team.
• Experience in pharmaceutical industry.
• Applicable science-based degree.
• Applicable technical knowledge and good technical writing ability.
• Project management experience desirable.
• Experience in and can apply change management models.
• Demonstrable familiarity of MHRA/EMA/FDA guidance.
• Strong at motivating and leading a team.
• Coaches and develops direct reports and others in team.
• Professional behaviour, self-aware and can build great team culture.
• Excellent communicator who can flex styles for differing target audiences.
• Can problem solve and remain calm under pressure.
• Great at prioritising and giving clear direction.
• Self develops ensuring they keep up to date with the times and changing technologies, helping to set long term vision.
• Strong influencer.
• Has a constant improvement mindset.

What we offer in return

Eisai offers a competitive salary and excellent wider benefits package that includes:

• Hybrid working (Depending on role)
• Car/Car Allowance (Depending on role)
• Electric charging points for Electric/Hybrid vehicles
• Discretionary Bonus
• Free onsite parking
• Subsidised onsite restaurant and coffee shop
• Learning and development opportunities
• Retail discounts
• Well-being & mental health awareness programmes
• Multi-faith prayer room

You will also be based out of our excellent EMEA Knowledge Centre (EKC) facility, which is our EU Headquarters, and offers an inclusive, and collaborative working environment.

What you need to do next

If you are interested in this position, please click ‘apply now’ at the top of this advert. Upon submitting your application, you will be asked to complete your profile and upload a copy of your CV along with any additional information to support your application.

If you have any questions, please contact us on [e-mail]

Eisai Recruitment Statement

Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success, and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

Eisai EMEA EDI Commitment Statement

We believe that diverse and inclusive teams promote wellbeing, learning and innovation, helping Eisai serve our patients, their families, our employees, and society. Our commitment is:

• To embrace and celebrate our differences, respecting and valuing each other.
• To include equity, diversity, and inclusion practices in all that we do so everyone has a full sense of belonging.
• To value individual talent where every employee can be themselves and thrive in an environment of openness, trust, and integrity.