Job Description

Process Development Manager

Croda is a FTSE100 organization driven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives(TM). With over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors.



We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilize new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace. As our business looks to deliver its ambitious strategy of growth, we are looking for a Process Development Manager to join our team.


You will be responsible for new process development, current legacy excipient and API program development, and technology transfer to other internal sites. This position will be responsible for will managing all aspects of development projects, improving current process capabilities, and assist in the standardization of processes. This position will also provide support to all areas of the business unit (R&D; Formulation; Manufacturing; Quality; etc.) where manufacturing technology expertise is required, including customer initiatives.

What You'll Be Doing:

Be part of a team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, where your ideas and contributions matter.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Collaborate with internal colleagues to complete formal technical assessments for all Request for Proposals on all new Contract Development and Manufacturing Opportunities Participate in the site's Sales & Operational Planning activities to ensure new CDMO's are integrated and actively managed in the Production Schedule to meet client's timelines Establishes department goals, metrics, and communicates performance to the organization. Develop & actively manage the departmental operational budget and ensures conformance against variance targets. Develop & actively manage project sheets to detail scope, schedule, and budget for all major projects within Process Development Identify shortcoming in current manufacturing and business processes, systems, and procedures; suggest and implement improvements; develop larger improvement projects Create well-defined performance plans and development opportunities for direct reports and hold them accountable for the successful completion of predefined goals Develop a succession planning strategy for the production team and champion the career interests of appropriate employees. Manage the technical transfer of chemical processes to internal and external entities

Technical:

Collaborate with other process development and technology peers to drive continuous improvement, robust processes, and innovative solutions to development challenges. Leverage technical and subject matter expertise to strategically develop new value oriented and market differentiable solutions. Engage with internal and external customers to understand project technical roadmaps and deploy execution plans. Provide core expertise in process engineering and process chemistry (P&IDs, PFDs, Process Simulations, Statistical Design of Experiment, Mass & Energy Balances, Reaction Kinetics, Heat Transfer, Mass Transfer, Equipment Sizing & Selection) to identify process challenges and optimize pathways to minimize inputs while maximizing outputs. Present technical solutions and findings for new and existing technologies to management team and internal stakeholders to create a competitive advantage at the Alabaster site. Possess in-depth knowledge of process chemistry and technical knowledge for development of safe and efficient processes. Oversee projects or lead on project teams to develop the manufacturing process for new products and implement improvements to existing manufacturing processes. Oversee scale-up and GMP manufacturing of excipients/APIs programs for Phase I-III clinical applications.

Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ):

Instill a culture of personal accountability for individual behaviors related to SHE activities. Provide feedback and coaching to coworkers on safe and unsafe behaviors and conditions. Actively participate in the SHE management system. Actively investigate and lead efforts to reduce waste outputs in processes implemented at the site. Participate in Product Launch Plans and Process Specific Validation Plans as a Technical Expert in the Production Process, Criticality Assessments, and desired level of Quality Profiles. Participate in continuous process monitoring to ensure production processes remain in a state of control to ensure proper delivery against the demand plans of the business. Participate and lead in incident investigation relating to employee injury or deviations to processes. Leverage historical process data to develop robust, disciplined, and well-controlled production processes with control strategies to limit and prevent failures and defects.

Strategic:

Provides coordination, development, and management of strategic transformational processes/projects and initiatives. Ensure execution of strategic plans within production operation from a one year to three-year outlook. Identify and integrate advanced manufacturing capabilities into the Alabaster site's arsenal of capabilities to increase and maintain a competitive advantage in the CDMO market for chemical synthesis and purification of functional, novel excipients.

Who We're Looking For:

At Croda, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.

Ph.D. and/or MS degree Chemistry or Chemical Engineering; Master's Degree is preferred. Minimum of 10 years' experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing in a cGMP environment required, unless previous employment experience indicates aptitude. Minimum 5 years' experience in a Supervisory role. Industry experience in process development Process Simulation Software to model physical characteristics (ASPEN, ChemCAD, etc) Statistical Design Software (JMP, StatEaze, etc) Experience in long-term forecast planning and handling departmental budget Demonstrated technical/analytical skills Oversee planning, process development and production of kilo-scale GMP manufacturing of excipients and APIs typically support of supporting tox and clinical studies. Develop and implement economically feasible process routes for development and legacy programs Optimize project timelines and develop technical solutions for process and technology transfer Ability to interface with all levels in the organization, including manufacturing or lab personnel and senior management. Ability to drive teams and suppliers to complete commitments and projects in a timely manner. Strong and demonstrated leadership skills, and the ability to work well in a team environment. Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Excel required: pivot tables and graphs; expertise with word-processing and presentation software with proficiency in PowerPoint to create and edit presentations. Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business documents, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and customers. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to handle and complete multiple tasks simultaneously. Self-motivated. Ability to prioritize projects. Good understanding of cross functional collaboration

Physical Demands: While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, give oral instructions; listen and hear instructions, customer and/or employee responses, etc. The position is active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling and stooping all day. The employee must occasionally life and/or move items up to 50 pounds.


Work Environment: This job operates in a laboratory setting. This role routinely comes into contact with organic solvents and biological samples. This job may on occasion work around caustic chemicals.

Don't meet all the qualifications? We still encourage you to apply! At Croda, we believe diverse perspectives and unique experiences drive innovation and strengthen our team.

What We Offer:

Join a global organization with countless opportunities for growth and leadership.


The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:

Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, available immediately. Generous PTO 401K Match Wellness Reimbursement Parental Leave Career Development Company paid and voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance Short and long term disability Paid Holidays

And more!

Additional Information

This is position based at our Alabaster site.


If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email jobs@croda.com.

Croda recognises employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

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