Location: West Lebanon, NH
Company: Novo Nordisk
a tight-knit, supportive community working together to contribute to a better tomorrow for our patients. Ethics and quality are held in the highest regard, and a patient-focused mindset guides everything we do. We’re looking for individuals who are self-starters with a strong work ethic to join our team.
At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources and mentorship to grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? What we offer you: Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions 36 Paid days off including vacation, sick days & company holidays Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual
company match option 12 weeks Paid Parental Leave Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed medical products The Position This position is responsible for the day-to-day management and short term strategic (1+ years) planning of MSAT team and laboratories.
Areas of responsibility include Analytical Chemistry and Process Sciences. Job responsibilities include scientific leadership at the site, development of team members and oversight and planning of innovation projects. This position interacts with internal customers that include staff representing c Lean, Manufacturing, Engineering, Facilities & EH&S, Quality Assurance and Quality Control. Essential Functions Manage annual expense budget
for department Oversee the hiring, review, training and development of MSAT team members.
Provide team members with clear priorities, direction, objectives and establish visual method for measurement of results Oversee the MSAT function to support the strategic objectives of the site- champions LEAN principles, technical excellence and site targets for Quality and Manufacturing. Ensure compliance with EH&S policies and regulations. Promotes a safe and compliant work environment Execute strategic plan (innovation, training and capability) to meet current and future manufacturing and testing demands Lead, coach, and develop team to be engaged and informed people managers and/or technical leaders.
Recommend and encourage continuous training and development in leadership and/or technical competencies Using the 5 principles of Human Performance and lean leadership, drive a culture of Hu P and c Lean (Continuous Improvement). Work to identify opportunities to increase speed/efficiencies, develop and improve standards, robustness and flow, and to reduce waste, reduce method/system variation and errors site wide Work with relevant groups towards reducing/eliminating environmental impact in all department functions Ensure maintenance and good housekeeping of MSAT laboratory and equipment in accordance with current standards Support MSAT team and QC Leadership in the evaluation, specification and validation of new equipment as required.
Maintain an MSAT equipment robustness/retirement plan to ensure laboratory is up to date and to ensure the future laboratory needs are anchored in budget Provide leadership in ensuring preparedness for regulatory inspections Provide oversight, guidance, and timely and accurate closure for site CRs, deviations, investigations and audit findings Establish and maintain close working relationships with customers (Quality Control, Manufacturing and QA) to ensure smooth facility operation Assures all activities comply with established company policies and perform all duties in compliance with global regulatory requirements, the NNUSBPI Quality Manual and SOPs Establish and maintain cross functional relationship with other company teams (e.
g. Mfg development, CMC, QC) to ensure adequate support for local activities and strategic objectives Support strategic effort to identify and establish business case for innovations that are aligned with corporate Manufacturing and QC 4.0 principles Performs all job duties and responsibilities in a compliant and ethical manner and in accordance with all applicable healthcare laws, regulations and industry codes Incorporates the Novo Nordisk Way and 10 Essentials in all activities and interactions with others Physical Requirements Local and International Travel: 0-20%.
Must be able to acquire all required documentation for international travel. The ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, and walk. The ability to grasp and finger. The ability to speak, listen, and understand verbal and written communication. Repetition including substantial movement of wrists, hands, and or fingers.
While performing this job employee work involves sitting most of the time with walking and standing required only occasionally. Lifting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Visual acuity to perform close activities such as: reading, writing, and analyzing; and to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations. The working environment includes a variety of physical conditions including noise, inside and outside conditions, working in narrow aisles, and temperature changes; atmospheric conditions including odors, fumes, and dust.
Development of People Supervisory, ensure that reporting personnel have individual development plans (IDP), with annual goals and measurements that are consistent with the priorities of the business, and that interim reviews are held so that their work is focused on those priorities, and they understand their level of accountability for results and the measurement process. Ensure that the IDP forms include completed learning and aspiration plans and are in place for all reporting personnel to enable the achievement of goals and capability to assume increased levels of responsibility.
Manage the application and communication of all Novo Nordisk policies, procedures, and Novo Nordisk Way. Qualifications Minimum of Master’s Degree in a scientific discipline Work Experience: A minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in a process development field or licensed drug, device, or biologic facility regulated by FDA, EMEA or a leading international agency Minimum of three (3) years supervisory experience Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Exceptional communication skills and the proven ability to integrate into a team and manage complex projects Strong planning and organizational skills, and flexibility to change work priorities as necessary Must have necessary technical understanding and experience in biotechnology processes and testing to lead a scientific team We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in.
Together, we’re life changing. Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, interaction, gender identity, interactionual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations. If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at -xyz X.
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