GID Technical Leader

CEVA Logistics; Porto Empedocle; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Ceva Animal Health, based in Porto Empedocle, Italy, seeks an Industrial Development Technical Leader to manage industrial transfers from R&D to manufacturing. You will lead industrialization strategies, coordinate production and QA teams, and ensure GMP compliance and timely project delivery.

The role requires a Master’s degree in biology, chemistry or pharmacy and 5+ years in pharma production, with knowledge of QbD and risk analyses.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a life sciences field with pharma industry experience.
• Proven knowledge of GMP rules and regulatory expectations.
• Experience in project management and cross‑functional coordination.
• Familiarity with Quality by Design practices and process validation.

Responsibilities

• Lead industrialization strategy and oversee transfer of projects to manufacturing.
• Coordinate I&D and production teams; manage risks and validation.
• Write protocols, risk analyses (FMEA) and batch records reviews.
• Ensure GMP compliance, EHS rules, and project cost/timeline adherence.
• Support troubleshooting, supplier/change validations, and procedures drafting.

Skills

Project management

Team coordination

Quality by Design

GMP rules

English language

Education

Master's degree in biology, chemistry or pharmacy

Tools

Minitab

Job description

Industrial Development Technical leader

Context

As part of the development of its activities, the Global Industrial Development department is recruiting an Industrial Development Project Manager (M/F) based in Porto Empedocle's plant (Italy). You will play a central role in the industrial transfer of strategic projects, particularly for new products and technology transfers, being responsible for implementing and overseeing the technical aspects of product manufacturing from the I&D development phase through industrial launch, site transfers, and change control implementation.

Missions

Industrialization project management

• Define and lead the industrialization strategy
• Contribute to process selection (Quality by Design approach)
• Coordinate I&D and industrial teams (production, purchasing, quality assurance, quality control, maintenance)
• Write risk analysis, protocols and reports for process optimization and validation, and review master batch record accordingly
• Monitor batch manufacturing in compliance with GMP and analyze results
• Ensure product compliance, EHS rules, projects cost and timeline adherence, integration of technical and regulatory updates

Technical support to the production site

• Participate in supplier and process change validations
• Actively contribute to troubleshooting related to production processes
• Supervise galenic/industrial trials and risk analyses (FMEA).

Department activities

• Contribute to drafting procedures, audits, inspections, and documentation follow-up.

Your profile

• Master's degree (MSc, Engineering Degree, or equivalent) in biology, chemistry or pharmacy with at least 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry in roles related to production systems.
• GMP rules
• Experience in project management and team coordination and/or transversal management
• Knowledge of injectable processes and the associated regulatory framework.
• Assets: Quality by Design, statistical tools (Minitab)
• Fluent in English, occasional availability for shift work and travel.

About the Job

• Type of contract: full time - permanent
• Location: Porto Empedocle (AG) - Italy
• Salary range: from 40,000€ to 50,000€ gross per year based on relevant work experience

About Ceva

Ceva Animal Health is the leading animal health company in France and ranks among the top five animal health companies worldwide.

Driven by passion, Ceva employees research, develop, manufacture, and market innovative health solutions for all animal species, helping to preserve the balance of our planet.

We are committed to delivering the highest possible standards of care and welfare for livestock (poultry, swine, and ruminants), companion animals (dogs and cats), and wildlife.

Our vision, "Together, Beyond Animal Health," highlights the strong connection between the health and well-being of people, animals, and the planet. More than ever, Ceva is committed to a One Health approach.

WHY NOT YOU?

Joining Ceva means becoming part of one of the world's leading animal health companies.

Our international environment foster cross-cultural collaboration and participation in large-scale projects.

Our strength lies in the diversity of our professions and backgrounds, including R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, Marketing, and Sales.

At Ceva, everyone contributes, through their expertise and commitment, to building a responsible and sustainable future.