Agilent Technologies Japan, Ltd.
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Nova Scotia, CanadaCAD 94k–146kFull-timePosted 3 months ago
Agilent Technologies Japan, Ltd.
ApplyBIOVECTRA, 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.
Agilent is currently looking for a Manager, Technical Operations:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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
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/locationsAgilent 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.