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Senior MSAT
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Head of Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) – Northern Ireland (Onsite)
Are you an experienced MS&T Leader, Technical Operations Manager, or Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Specialist looking for your next career move?
We are seeking a Head of Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) to join the Site Leadership Team of a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving technical excellence across manufacturing, technology transfer, product lifecycle management, process optimisation, and continuous improvement.
You will lead the MS&T function, partnering with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Regulatory, and R&D teams to ensure robust, compliant, and efficient manufacturing processes for both existing and new products.
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Key responsibilities:
- Lead the site MS&T function and technical strategy.
- Drive technology transfers, new product introductions, and commercialisation activities.
- Support process optimisation, troubleshooting, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Partner cross-functionally to deliver manufacturing excellence and regulatory compliance.
- Develop a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Essentials:
- Degree in Science, Engineering, Pharmacy, or related discipline.
- 8+ years’ pharmaceutical industry experience.
- Strong background in MS&T, Technical Operations, Manufacturing, or Engineering.
- Experience in technology transfer, product lifecycle management, and process improvement.
- Proven leadership and project management capability within a GMP environment.
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Desirable experience:
- Process development and validation.
- Scale-up and commercialisation projects.
- Regulatory compliance and inspection readiness.
- Lean/Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies.
Location: Northern Ireland (Onsite)
If you are a passionate pharmaceutical leader ready to drive technical innovation and manufacturing excellence, we would love to hear from you.
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