Technical Operations Specialist - Vaccines IPT
Location: Cork | Department: Vaccines IPT
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Technical Specialist – Operations to join the Vaccines IPT team for an 11-month contract. This role is ideal for someone passionate about biopharmaceutical innovation and process excellence, with strong technical expertise in vaccine manufacturing. As a Technical Specialist, you will support operations, drive technical investigations, and lead continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provide day-to-day technical support for vaccine manufacturing processes.
2. Troubleshoot process-related issues and lead root cause investigations using structured problem-solving tools (DMAIC, A3, OPPS).
3. Lead and support cross-functional technical projects to enhance process performance and robustness.
4. Manage and coach on EHS and quality investigations; review and oversee batch records.
5. Act as a site point of contact for compliance initiatives related to Vaxneuvance.
6. Drive process improvements using Lean Six Sigma and other lean methodologies.
7. Support material management, focusing on cost efficiency and supply continuity.
8. Represent the Vaccines IPT team on cross-functional site projects.
9. Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards in line with the site's QMS.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
To succeed in this role, you will ideally have:
1. An Honours Degree or Master’s in Science or Engineering (preferably in Biotechnology).
2. 4+ years of experience in a biopharmaceutical or vaccine manufacturing environment.
3. Expertise in drug substance manufacturing processes such as UF/DF, lyophilisation, bottle filling, and PAT.
4. Hands-on experience with single-use technologies, including troubleshooting and vendor interaction.
5. Proven track record in leading or contributing to cross-functional technical teams.
6. Familiarity with material management systems and cost optimization.
7. Solid understanding of FDA/HPRA regulations and quality standards in the pharmaceutical sector.
8. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to apply existing knowledge creatively to complex challenges.
9. Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills across diverse teams.
10. Demonstrated ability to work independently in decision-making and project execution.
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