Manager, Engineering - West Point Technical Operations

Job Description

Job Description

Our Engineers support internal and external manufacturing operations remain operational, continuously improve and innovate. With our extensive range of facilities and environments, our Engineers have opportunities across many diverse areas including Biological, Chemical, Automation, Capital Projects, Maintenance, Safety, Process Development, Technical Services, Utilities and Validation.

Job Description

The Manager, Engineering, will be responsible for the management and oversight of the Varicella (Building 12) Technical Services Deviation Management team in the Live Virus Vaccine Manufacturing End-to-End at the West Point site. The primary responsibility of the individual will be leading the Deviation Management team in their support of run-the-business activities associated with vaccine technology/production in support of bulk vaccine manufacture. Support will be focused on the Deviation Management process including operations support, equipment troubleshooting, implementation of process/ equipment actions, and other related duties. The Manager will have responsibility for the performance and results of the Technical Services Deviation Management team supporting the IPT. This position will require development of technical expertise of corresponding IPT operations and managerial experience. Limited off-shift or weekend coverage may be required based on business unit needs and specific assignments.

Additional responsibilities include the following:

· Builds talent by coaching and developing the members of the Technical Services team to ensure appropriate breadth, depth, and skill sets across the team to maintain and drive the business forward. Provides/solicits regular feedback from team and colleagues. Develops technical/professional staff through coaching, assignment selection and associated training.

· Manages team resources and prioritizes as aligned with business needs to include run the business support (e.g. investigations) and continuous improvement activities – e.g. improve safety/compliance, reduce cost, and increase consistency and efficiency. Recruit and hire team members as necessary.

· Collaborates and engages with multiple functional organizations such as Operations, Technology, Quality, Automation, Global Engineering Services, Procurement, Finance, Above Site Technology, Regulatory, among others, to develop and maintain processes that meet cGMP and business requirements.

· Provides technical guidance to staff, colleagues or customers as well as anticipates and interprets the customer needs to identify solutions. Includes approval of technical documentation including investigations, protocols, and reports etc. as required. Responsible for presenting technical discussions to regulatory agencies during inspections.

Education Minimum Requirement:

· B.S. degree in Engineering or Sciences.

Required Experience and Skills:

· Previous experience is required in one of the following areas: Personnel Management, Deviation Management

· Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience, including direct support of development or manufacturing of biologics / sterile products.

· Demonstrated leadership and ability to drive results

· Strong communication, collaboration skills and ability to drive accountability

· Strong problem-solving skillset

Preferred Experience and Skills:

· Vaccine manufacturing

· Participation in regulatory inspections

· Sterile processing

· Experience authoring investigations

Our Manufacturing & Supply Division is committed to be the most trusted supplier of bio-pharmaceuticals worldwide. Our facilities, along with our external contractors, suppliers, and partners, create an interdependent global manufacturing network that’s committed to delivering a high quality, reliable supply to customers and patients on time, every time.

Who we are ...

Our Company & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, New Jersey, USA is known as “Our Company” in the United States, Canada & Puerto Rico. We are known as “OUR COMPANY” in Europe, Middle East, Africa, Latin America & Asia Pacific. We are a global biopharmaceutical leader with a diverse portfolio of prescription medicines, oncology, vaccines and animal health products.

We are driven by our purpose to develop and deliver innovative products that save and improve lives. With 69,000 employees operating in more than 140 countries, we offer state of the art laboratories, plants and offices that are designed to Inspire our employees as we learn, develop and grow in our careers. We are proud of our 125 years of service to humanity and continue to be one of the world’s biggest investors in Research & Development.

What we look for ...

In a world of rapid innovation, we seek brave Inventors who want to make an Impact in all aspects of our business, enabling breakthroughs that will affect generations to come. We encourage you to bring your disruptive thinking, collaborative spirit and diverse perspective to our organization. Together we will continue Inventing for Life, Impacting Lives while Inspiring Your Career Growth.

INVENT.

IMPACT.

INSPIRE.

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.

If you have been offered a separation benefits package but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separation package, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package. To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor.

If you need an accommodation for the application process please email us at [email protected]
For more information about personal rights under Equal Employment Opportunity, visit:

EEOC Poster
EEOC GINA Supplement​
OFCCP EEO Supplement

OFCCP Pay Transparency Rule

We are an equal opportunity employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran – proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations.

Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully
Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., Kenilworth, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Employee Status:

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Number of Openings:

Requisition ID:R16271