Job Description

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Location: Woodlands, SingaporeAbout the role:Lead planning, performance, support and coordination of the following validation areas:
o Cleaning Validation
o Sterilization In Place,
o Transport Validation

• Supervise the Engineering Process Validation team with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) comprising of Snr Engineers/Engineers for the validations at suite 1 and suite 2
• Act as a plant representative for the Engineering Process Validation group interfacing with Global Validation Systems of the above validation area.
• Report to Engineering Services Manager to ensure compliance to cGMPs and division validation standards
• Accountable for fulfillment of internal and external guidelines in these validation area
• Define, plan, monitor and review the provision of personal resources for Validation/Qualification projects
• Define, plan, monitor and review the timely execution of revalidation, periodic evaluation to maintain the validated status.
• Responsible for the evaluation of validation approaches and lifecycle maintenance
• Definition of validation lifecycle programs within the site
• Responsible of training requirements and responsible for training of dedicated employees
• Responsible for creation and release of area specific quality relevant validation documents (SOPs, Forms, protocols and reports)
• Representation and responsible as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Validation team during audits (internal and external)
• Driving process improvement and investigations for system/equipment where the validation is impacted
• Adopt best in class validation practices based on cGMP requirements
• Driving continuous improvement and global standardization for related validation topics

How you will contributeOrganisation activities

• Organizational responsibility and coordination of Validation group
• Supervisor and leader of dedicated employees
• Interface position between Validation and all other manufacturing and Quality units
• Responsible for providing personal resources for Validation/ Qualification
• Responsible for periodic reporting to local management
• Maintenance of Validation/Qualification lifecycle system
• Responsible for maintenance process of Validation objects (scheduling and planning)
• Maintenance of training status of Validation employees

Responsible for process improvements in Validation groupResponsible for realization of Performance Management Process and site-wide monitoring programsDocumentational activities

• Review and approve of validation protocols, reports, change controls and deliverables
• Responsible for maintaining all documents and SOPs which are in the responsibility of Validation group
• Creation and Review of Validation documentation (URS, Risk Assessments, Validation protocols and Validation reports) in accordance to the Master Validation Plan / Divisional Procedures for Singapore site
• Check Validation/ Qualification documentation functional propriety
• Collaboration in and/ or Creation of Validation summaries

Engineering

• Definition of process relevant validation related parameters of production equipment and product quality parameters for continuous process monitoring
• Troubleshoot and evaluate equipment or system excursions based on validated status or change controls

Validation Supervision

• Independent Planning and Organization of employees for Engineering Process Validation in accordance to Management requirements
• Regular preview of pending activities to maintain validation status
• Scheduling of projects
• Ongoing feedback of validation status to Management
• Personal organization of the Engineering Process Validation group
• Management of dedicated staff and development of Engineering Process Validation team
• Able to represent site Validation group for discussions and contribute to division initiatives
• Forecasting of requirements and workload balance for Engineering Process Validation team, highlighting and resolving critical deficiencies to management
• Analysis of validation deficiencies and gaps

Internal/External Audits

• Participate in audits
• Presentation of explanation of validation approach, projects and results
• Support audit response review with timely closure of observations/audit items.

Others

• Responsibility to adhere to any applicable EHS requirements.
• Commitment to a fair and respectful relationship to others and behavior in accordance with Takeda\xe2\x80\x99s Code of Conduct.
• Any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

What you bring to Takeda:Education and Experience RequirementsIndividuals with chemical, biological or comparable technical background; at least 6 years pharmaceutical work experience or related regulated environmentAt least 2 years of supervisory experience and leadership experienceIdeally bachelor degree or higher- in biological/ pharmaceutical sciences or engineering sciences. Equivalent degree or experience possible.At least 5 years of Validation/ Qualification experience preferably in pharmaceutical industryExperience in validation project management essentialKey Skills and CompetenciesSpecialized knowledge of relevant GMP guidelines e.g. EP, USP, FDALogical thinking and meticulous in analysis while being able to assimilate various objectives to the execution of activities.Effective time management and organizational skills for specific projectsMeticulous and detailed orientated, with a passion for learning and informationEffective communication and team work skillsTeam leadership and supervision skills are essentialPersonal integrity and dedication toward objectivesPassion for learning and knowledge of validation standardsCapable of evaluation of constraints and proposal of validation approach based on risk based assessmentsAbility to motivate direct reports and work in a matrix environmentAble to take independent strategic decisionsOpinion leader at site and global levelMore about us:At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.Empowering our people to shine:Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.LocationsSGP - Singapore - WoodlandsWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull time

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