Novartis Hiring for Production Lead (Monday – Friday) job in Millburn Full Time

Job Description
Advanced Accelerator Applications, a Novartis company, is an innovative medicines company focused on the development of products for targeted radioligand therapy and precision radioligand imaging. We are committed to transforming patients’ lives by leading innovation in nuclear medicine.

AAA offers professionals the opportunity to face new challenges and pursue a career in a fast growing, technology driven healthcare company. We are passionate about improving patient health by leading innovation in nuclear medicine. We are looking for people who share our commitment to help us achieve this goal. Advanced Accelerator Applications is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

236 million lives were touched by Novartis medicines in 2022, and while we’re proud of this, we know there is so much more we could do to help improve and extend people’s lives. We believe new insights, perspectives and ground-breaking solutions can be found at the intersection of medical science and digital innovation. That a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment inspires new ways of working.

We believe our potential can thrive and grow in an unbossed culture underpinned by integrity, curiosity and flexibility. And we can reinvent what’s possible, when we collaborate with courage to aggressively and ambitiously tackle the world’s toughest medical challenges. Because the greatest risk in life, is the risk of never trying!

Imagine what you could do here at Novartis!

The Production Lead is responsible for the daily operations, specifically to direct, manage operations related to the Production Unit to produce and deliver product with high quality, in a compliant, efficient, and cost-effective manner while safety is maintained.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Ensure batches are executed and records and applicable data are in compliance with cGMP expectations.
• Author and review Standard Operating Procedures that pertain to Production-related activities.
• Organize the team for daily activities and personnel adjustments as necessary.
• Engage with Production Management and Process Experts to identify and implement process improvements.
• Maintain an “audit ready” module. Assist with internal pre-audits walkthroughs, cGMP housekeeping and general organization and upkeep of manufacturing spaces.
• Assist Production Manager with communication of job-related information during daily meetings.
• Supervise training to ensure new hires have necessary technical skills and knowledge.
• Integrate and harmonize best practices within areas of expertise.
• Responsible for training completion of team
• Adhere to all SOPs, cGMPs, and safety rules and regulations. Ensure Associates are executing tasks per approved policies and applicable procedures.
• Ensure Associates are demonstrating the proper aseptic techniques & behaviors.
• Reinforce aseptic behaviors and Good Documentation Practices on the Shop Floor.
• Support Initial Impact Assessment for deviations and support activities related to investigations.
• Interview and hire production staff in conjunction with Production Mangers and/or Head of Production.
• Support a culture of safety, diversity and inclusion.

Note: This position will involve wearing protective clothing and working in a Manufacturing environment.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $84,000.00 and $126,000.00 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Minimum requirements
What you’ll bring to the role:
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant Engineering or Scientific discipline is highly preferred.
• 2-3 years of related experience in cGMP/FDA regulated industry.
• Ability to collaborate with other groups, teams and departments in addressing production, production, and quality assurance-related issues.
• Strong interpersonal, written, communication skills along with problem solving and follow-up skills are required.
• Must be well organized, flexible and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lead through influence
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Ability to adapt and learn new systems
• Demonstrate a high level of discipline and self-motivation
• Provides innovative solutions to complex or process improvement issues.

Why Advanced Accelerator Applications?
Thousands of people die of cancer around the world every day. At Advanced Accelerator Applications, a Novartis company, our mission is to transform lives through radioligand therapy in nuclear medicine to fight several leading types of cancer. How will we continue to be on the cutting edge of medicine? We believe new groundbreaking solutions can be found at the intersection of medical science and digital innovation. That a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment inspires new ways of working. We believe our potential can thrive and grow in an unbossed culture underpinned by integrity, curiosity and flexibility. And we can reinvent what’s possible, when we collaborate with courage to aggressively and ambitiously tackle the world’s toughest medical challenges. Because the greatest risk in life, is the risk of never trying! Imagine what you could do here at Novartis!

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Novartis embraces diversity, equal opportunity, and inclusion. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations:
The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

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