Senior Packaging Technologist - Permanent Position

Senior Packaging Technologist - Permanent Position(4162) The Company Eisai is a leading research based pharmaceutical organisation with an extensive portfolio across the Oncology, Neurology and Pain therapy areas. Eisai Manufacturing is the hub of Eisai’s production and supply chain. We make tablets, package these into blisters, label and package vials and bottles. We also manage the wider medicines supply chain and other companies who undertake work on our behalf. By joining Eisai, you will be working for an organisation with a human healthcare philosophy, which means that we put the patient first in everything we do. Your new role We are looking for a senior packaging technologist. The role reports to the technical packaging manager. The senior packaging technologist is responsible for the scoping, management and delivery of packaging related projects and activity within the technical packaging department. The role plays a critical part in supporting packaging related innovation, change management, compliance, qualification activities and technical problem-solving. Ensuring that operations conducted are performed in accordance with the requirements of Eisai Corporate Standards, Eisai Quality System, GMP and GDP Guidelines, Industry Standards & support the Continuous Improvement process. Lead cross functional teams to deliver; New Product Introductions (NPI), new suppliers, new tooling or material changes into the packaging facility. Lead or support cross functional deviation investigations including Corrective Action & Preventative Action (CAPA). Lead Change Controls to ensure all packaging changes are effectively assessed and implemented according to agreed timelines. Lead complaint investigations with suppliers and ensure CAPAs are correctly implemented. Lead the Technical Packaging qualification or process validation activities, as required. Lead packaging line trials, ensuring appropriate planning, documentation, approvals and testing is conducted. Generate Technical reports to document planned or completed activities. Work with and provide technical guidance to internal and third-party operations. Lead cross functional teams to investigate or implement improvements in packaging operations, systems & process. Lead or support Continuous Improvement activities. Lead or support packaging cleaning development and validation activities. Support, Develop, Implement and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Support Good Manufacturing Practices in all areas of responsibility. To support internal and external audits and ensure adherence to quality and regulatory requirements. To ensure the timely escalation of issues to the Technical Packaging Manager. What are we looking for? Previous experience as a packaging technologist (or similar role). Practical experience working within manufacturing and packaging environment. Strong understanding of packaging materials, components and packaging processes. Experience managing and delivering equipment or material changes within a manufacturing environment. Previous experience of working in pharmaceutical industry – Desirable. Packaging Technology related qualifications i.e. PIABC Level 5 Diploma in Packaging Technology – Desirable. Qualification in project management - Desirable. Onsite 5 days a week What we offer in return Eisai offers a competitive salary and excellent wider benefits package that includes, Electric charging points for Electric/Hybrid vehicles Discretionary Bonus Free onsite parking Subsidised onsite restaurant and coffee shop Learning and development opportunities Retail discounts Well-being & mental health awareness programmes Multi-faith prayer room You will also be based out of our excellent EMEA Knowledge Centre (EKC) facility, which is our EU Headquarters, and offers an inclusive, and collaborative working environment. What you need to do next If you are interested in this position, please click ‘apply now’ at the top of this advert. Upon submitting your application, you will be asked to complete your profile and upload a copy of your CV along with any additional information to support your application. If you have any questions, please contact us on Eisai Recruitment Statement Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success, and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role. We look forward to receiving your application. Eisai EMEA EDI Commitment Statement We believe that diverse and inclusive teams promote wellbeing, learning and innovation, helping Eisai serve our patients, their families, our employees, and society. Our commitment is: to embrace and celebrate our differences, respecting and valuing each other. to include equity, diversity, and inclusion practices in all that we do so everyone has a full sense of belonging. to value individual talent where every employee can be themselves and thrive in an environment of openness, trust, and integrity