DIRECTOR MSAT AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Recipharm - Wasserburger Arzneimittelwerk GmbH; Novara; Ibrido; EUR 80.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading CDMO is seeking a Director of Process Engineering to oversee process development and validation at their Zwickau site. This role includes managing teams, solving technological issues, and collaborating across departments. The successful candidate will have a strong engineering background, proven leadership experience, and expertise in GMP and project management. The position offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits.

Servizi

30 days holiday

Company car

Variable bonus based on targets

Competenze

• Experience leading large teams in a matrix organization.
• Proven experience in modeling technical processes.
• Solid background in project management and development methods.

Mansioni

• Support technical feasibility processes according to global procedures.
• Manage the local MSAT team of engineers and scientists.
• Lead interdisciplinary projects following Global Project Management procedures.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication

Process Optimization

Knowledge of GMP

Formazione

Degree in Process, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering

Strumenti

SAP

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

Director Process Engineering (Manufacturing Science & Technology) & Project Management at Aesica Pharmaceuticals GmbH (Recipharm) in Zwickau

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Global Head of MSAT and PM, the Director of MSAT and PM will be responsible for process development, installation, and validation of new equipment at Recipharm’s sites in Monheim and Zwickau.

This role will be part of the Site Leadership Team.

MAIN TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the "Lead to contract process" with technical feasibility according to global procedures.
• Assist with technological problem solving and deviation investigations in commercial production, related to analytical testing methods or process execution.
• Collaborate with Global MSAT and PM, Quality, and Commercial functions.
• Manage the local MSAT team of engineers and scientists.
• Lead all interdisciplinary projects on both sites following Global Project Management procedures.
• Provide regular project reporting.
• Manage project portfolios and align priorities within the Site Leadership Team.
• Interface with Commercial for offer writing, TT / PD funnel S&OP, and resource planning.
• Manage local Project Management teams at both Monheim and Zwickau sites.

EXPERIENCE

• Degree in Process, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, or a comparable qualification.
• Experience leading large teams in a matrix organization.
• Proven experience in modeling technical processes.
• Experience with global PM and PMO.
• Track record in continuous improvement and cost reduction projects.
• Knowledge of applying inferential statistics to model manufacturing robustness.
• Solid background in project management and development methods.

SKILLS

• Thorough understanding of supply chain and production processes.
• Expertise in SAP systems.
• Advanced IT skills (Microsoft Windows and Office).
• Effective leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proactive team player with initiative.
• Well-organized and structured.
• Commercial mindset.
• Knowledge of pharma-specific requirements, GMP, and regulatory standards.
• Innovative, process-oriented, and technically interested.
• Analytical, structured, self-motivated, with strategic vision and attention to detail.
• Fluent in English.

LOCATION

The role is based at the Zwickau site or possibly Monheim am Rhein, with hybrid working options. Some travel may be required.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive manager-level salary.
• Variable bonus based on targets.
• 30 days holiday.
• Company car.

Our core values—Respect, Reliability, Collaboration, and Excellence—are central to our culture. We seek individuals who are respectful, honest, and value diversity. We are committed to operational excellence, teamwork, and high standards. Join us to be part of a community dedicated to mutual success and quality.

ABOUT RECIPHARM

Recipharm is a leading CDMO with over 5,900 employees worldwide, offering manufacturing services across various dosage forms, including biologics and ATMPs. It operates facilities in France, Germany, India, Israel, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, and the US, headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden.

For more information, please visit our website.