Process Chemist Location: Swords, Co. Dublin, Ireland Contract: 12 months (via CPL) Shift Role: 4-shift cycle supporting a 24/7/365 manufacturing site About SK pharmteco SK pharmteco is a global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) with state-of-the-art facilities in Korea, the US, France, and Ireland. We are part of SK Inc., a Korean company with revenues of $99 billion in 2023. Our mission is to produce and deliver life-changing therapies that improve patient outcomes and save lives. The Small Molecule facility in Swords has been a leader for over 60 years in the development, scale-up, and commercial manufacture of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and chemical intermediates, delivering some of the worlds most important medicines. More information: Role Overview CPL, in partnership with SK pharmteco Ireland, is seeking to recruit a Process Chemist on a 12-month contract. This is a shift-based role, supporting a world-class pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation. The Process Chemist will be responsible for the manufacture of APIs and intermediates, including the technical transfer and validation of new chemical processes. Key Responsibilities Perform batch manufacturing, cleaning, validation, troubleshooting, and support Operational Excellence initiatives. Ensure plant operations are carried out safely and in compliance with cGMP standards. Support New Product Introductions in collaboration with R&D and cross-functional teams. Provide support to Business Development, including hosting plant tours for potential clients. Participate in the site emergency response team (if required). Carry out real-time data entry in SAP, IT & Delta V systems. Maintain the plant in an audit-ready state, ensuring all documentation meets cGMP standards. Achieve site Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) including throughput, yield, safety, quality, and changeover targets. Minimum Requirements Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific discipline and/or 4+ years experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Prior API/small molecule experience is a strong advantage. Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with good interpersonal and communication abilities. Proven ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment. Experience in scale-up or tech transfer of new products is highly desirable. Operational Excellence certification (Yellow, Green, or Black Belt) is an advantage. Creativity and initiative to identify and implement improvement opportunities. Skills: APIS GMP