Stellen-ID: 62358
Standort: Wien, AT
Karrierestufe: Professionals
Fachbereich: Production
Beschäftigungstyp: Permanent position
Become part of a vital chain and contribute to our common goal of making people’s lives better. Octapharma is one of the largest human protein manufacturers in the world, developing and producing medicines sourced from human plasma and human cell lines. We are a privately-owned company, where the warmth of family meets the scale of a global organisation.
As Group Senior Expert Fill & Finish, you will play a key role in a strategic international greenfield project. Reporting to the Group Director Fill & Finish, you will provide expert guidance across aseptic manufacturing and support the selection of suppliers and equipment, contributing as an SME to the successful establishment of the new site.
The position will be located at one of our production sites: Vienna (Austria), Springe (Germany), Stockholm (Sweden) or Lingolsheim (France).
Join us in shaping our vision of providing new health solutions advancing human life.
We look forward to receiving your application, including a motivation letter, and to exploring how you can contribute to our team’s success.
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert specializing in aseptic processes, including aseptic filling and stoppering, freeze-drying, capping, RABS/isolator technology, material preparation (cleaning and sterilization), primary packaging materials, and single-use systems
- Lead and contribute to strategic corporate initiatives supporting business objectives, including the development of a new plant
- Implement decisions and strategies set by the Board, and assess, review, and approve relevant corporate documents
- Represent Octapharma in interactions with external organizations and suppliers
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulatory standards (GMP for sterile drug products), and emerging technologies through benchmarking with pharmaceutical companies and suppliers
- Foster strong collaboration with cross-functional teams and international partners to drive continuous improvement and innovation
- University degree in Biotechnology, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- At least 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, ideally in sterile product manufacturing
- Practical experience with aseptic processes is highly desirable
- Project management or leadership experience is a plus
- Proficiency in English; German language skills are a plus
- Analytical and goal-oriented mindset with a strong focus on quality and efficiency, combined with excellent collaboration skills in multicultural and international team environments
- Willingness to travel frequently to other Octapharma sites in Europe and globally, as well as to suppliers
- Group Fill & Finish is part of Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) department. As the MSAT department, our primary mission is to support production by providing scientific and technical expertise, optimizing processes, and ensuring that manufacturing runs efficiently, safely, and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- You help save lives - Every day is meaningful as we produce life-saving medicines
- Family values - Long-term perspective for employees and relationships
- Be rewarded with an attractive salary and benefits package
- You will have a high level of influence where you can make a difference and leave your footprint
- Work with skilled and fun colleagues in a relatively informal organization
- Skills development - We offer various internal and external employee and leadership trainings, trainee programs and digital solutions
Austrian Only
The minimum gross salary according to the collective agreement (chemical industry) is EUR 4,270.14 based on 38 hours per week (full-time). As we strive to offer a salary that reflects your individual profile and qualifications, there is a willingness to pay above the minimum salary.
We live diversity and stand for equal opportunities as an employer! We therefore look forward to receiving your application - regardless of age, gender, origin, sexual orientation, and religion.
Do you have any questions? Then get in touch with your contact person.
Larissa Amling
Octapharma Pharmazeutika Produktionsges.m.b.H.
Oberlaaer Straße 235, 1100 Wien
T: +43 664 789 53 728
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