Job Title: Process Specialist
Location: Cork, Ireland (Contract - 12 months)
We are seeking an experienced Process Microbiologist to join our team at a leading Pharmaceutical organization in Cork.
This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who want to work with a multinational company recognized for its excellence in the industry.
The successful candidate will report to the Senior Plant Microbiologist and be responsible for actively participating in the microbiological control and assurance program within the Operations department.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform routine area walkdowns to ensure compliance with corporate, cGMP, EHS, and other regulatory requirements.
* Support and drive process improvements related to contamination risk reduction and microbiological practice enhancement.
* Foster a contamination awareness culture through open communication and promote a culture of transparency.
* Perform and support Risk Assessments for operations projects and business innovation initiatives.
* Regularly review key performance indicators of the contamination control program.
* Communicate emerging trends effectively and timely, as appropriate.
* Design and deliver training to support the site contamination control program.
* Provide consultation and support on micro control from a capital project perspective.
* Maintain a customer-focused approach to deliver business requirements.
* Collaborate with Operations Process Microbiologists, the wider Operations team, and cross-functional teams to achieve business goals.
* Participate in planning future requirements in Operations and relevant internal and external manufacturing-related audits.
* Stay up-to-date with current regulatory trends and future testing requirements.
Requirements:
* BSc in a scientific or technical discipline required.
* Minimum of 5 years of experience within a pharmaceutical or GMP-regulated Operations environment.
* Biomanufacturing experience and knowledge of shop floor manufacturing processes highly desirable.
* Previous experience with Project Management an asset.