Senior Specialist, HPV Bulk Production Scheduler | Durham, NC

and finished products. Our Company is expanding its global (HPV) vaccine production network by investing $650 million and adding a 225,000-square-foot building within the footprint of the Maurice R. Hilleman Center for Vaccine Manufacturing in Durham, NC.

The new facility will be used to produce the bulk active ingredient for the HPV vaccine, comprised of fermentation, microfiltration/ultrafiltration, and chromatography steps. Approximately 614,000 people are diagnosed with certain HPV-related cancers each year. Our Company manufactures the two HPV vaccines that are predominantly utilized to eradicate these cancers globally. In recent years, countries around the world have enacted new

or expanded HPV vaccination programs, which has created an unprecedented increase in global demand. The manufacturing facility in Durham will play a critical role in the network of plants that produce life-saving medicines and vaccines, including our HPV vaccines.

Our ability to excel depends on the integrity, knowledge, imagination, skill, diversity and teamwork of people like you. To this end, we strive to create an environment of mutual respect, encouragement and teamwork. As part of our global team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career. The Senior Specialist, HPV Bulk Production Scheduler is

a position within the Durham HPV Bulk realization team. This position requires the ability to distill large quantities of complex data into simplified reportingand actionable measures, make rapid disciplined decisions, and prioritize work within a fast-paced production environment.

Key competencies for this position include: In-depth knowledge of equipment and biological processes Planning, organization, and attention to detail Critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills Collaboration with peers, management and internal customers Crisis Management Strong Business Acumen Courage and Candor Self - Directed Customer focused Key functions of the role include, but are not limited to: Own the coordination of resources and equipment for several processing areas Identify and communicate improvement opportunities, and drive results Function as the liaison to Supply Chain Planning, Maintenance, and Technical Operations and Validation Monitor demand forecasts and deliver Production Schedule Assist coaches in identifying key equipment availability, training opportunities and allocate them accordingly Identify opportunities to optimize throughput and reduce process cycle times Facilitate continuous improvement activities Coordinate resources to implement suggestions/ideas of merit Assist in creating and continuous tracking of our Company Production System (MPS)metrics, design standards and performance utilizing downtime tracking and available lean tools Lead, coordinate, and support area projects as needed Participate in Atypical Event Response, Crisis Management and Renewal Attend departmental and team meetings focused on equipment, process and training improvement Serve as operations representative for schedule change discussions Track schedule adherence; reports plan versus actual Participate in safety initiatives and safety investigations Participate in internal and external audits and inspections Assist in identification and communication of quality-related trends and implementation of corrective actions Participate in development of profit plan and asset utilizations Provide input into development of capital plans Education Minimum Requirement: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science related field Required Experience and Skills: Minimum of 5 years working in a manufacturing environment in operations, planning, or functional support role.

Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex data sets to diverse audience with varying business acumen Demonstrated project management and analytical skills Proven experience in strategic planning and risk management Desired Experience and Skills: Experience with other planning software such as Emerson RTMS, Oracle Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, etc.

c GMP experience in a full-scale medical manufacturing environment Production planning and/or detailed scheduling experience Experience in lean/six sigma and change management methodologieinteractionperience with MRP/ERP systems such as SAPMust be resilient, adaptable to change, and able to manage multiple priorities NOTICE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS In accordance with Managers' Policy - Job Posting and Employee Placement, all employees subject to this policy are required to have a minimum of twelve (12) months of service in current position prior to applying for open positions.

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To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor. Employees working in roles that the Company determines require routine collaboration with external stakeholders, such as customer-facing commercial, or research-based roles, will be expected to comply not only with Company policy but also with policies established by such external stakeholders (for example, a requirement to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to access a facility or meet with stakeholders). Please understand that, as permitted by applicable law, if you have not been vaccinated against COVID-19 and an essential function of your job is to call on external stakeholders who require vaccination to enter their premises or engage in face-to-face meetings, then your employment may pose an undue burden to business operations, in which case you may not be offered employment, or your employment could be terminated.

Please also note that, where permitted by applicable law, the Company reserves the right to require COVID-19 vaccinations for positions, such as in Global Employee Health, where the Company determines in its discretion that the nature of the role presents an increased risk of disease transmission.

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