Project Manager Quality Control (Aseptic)

Known for its scientific and operational excellence, Regeneron is a leading science-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, invents, develops, manufactures, and commercializes medicines for the treatment of serious medical conditions. Regeneron commercializes medicines for eye diseases, high LDL-cholesterol, and a rare inflammatory condition and has product candidates in development in other areas of high unmet medical need, including oncology, rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, atopic dermatitis, pain, and infectious diseases.

Summary: Manage all Quality Control activities related to the implementation and support of new aseptic fill/finish production facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Define, coordinate and manage timelines for all Quality Control activities related to aseptic fill line implementation and support, including:

o Equipment purchase and qualification

o Laboratory design and buildout

o Development of relevant standard operating procedures (SOPs)

o Method validation/qualification

• Develop and monitor project plans and schedules for QC onboarding of new sterile fill products

• Technical evaluation of component and process changes for impact to QC functions and activities

• Coordination of qualification/validation testing. Managing timelines for samples, testing and other deliverables.

• Participate in cross-functional teams to resolve product quality issues, corrective actions, investigations and develop/implement in process improvements

• Draft relevant technical sections of regulatory documents

• Provide support for investigations and other quality process documents

• Lead cross functional teams and manages the deliverables for the assigned projects. Drives projects through completion within timeline, quality and budgetary constraints.

• Provide guidance to QC Management in assessing resource, equipment and space needs.

• Proactively identify issues and provide general guidance to resolve QC operational issues and works with leadership to develop solutions to meet objectives.

• Regularly interact with Sr. Management or executive levels. Exercise judgment and exert some influence on the overall objectives and long-range goals of the QC Department. Represent the department in relevant internal/external committees.

• Serve as a primary point of contact among functional areas for QC aseptic fill support.

• Lead special projects as assigned by supervisor/department management.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to communicate at all levels and across various functions

• Manage internal and external relationships

• Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities with exceptional organizational and time management skills.

• Prioritize based on business needs

• Identify and effectively communicate risks

• Ability to problem solve and identify root cause

• Continuously drive to improve processes for improved performance

Education and Experience:

• BS in microbiology or related field with 10+ years of relevant experience, preferably in the aseptic fill space in cGMP pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries. (or PhD & 5+ years)

• Requires prior experience in aseptic filling and/or critical clean room operations. Familiarity with onboarding and scale up of aseptic fill.

• Experience in drug product component, package, label testing in a QC/GMP environment strongly preferred.

• Requires Project Management experience. PMP certification is preferred.

• Firm understanding of cGMPs, compendia (USP/SMEWW/EP) and Guidance Documents (ISO, FDA)

This is an opportunity to join our select team that is already leading the way in the Pharmaceutical/Biotech industry. Apply today and learn more about Regeneron's unwavering commitment to combining good science & good business.

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