FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies We are a dynamic global company and our focus is to combine technical leadership in cell culture, microbial fermentation and gene therapies with world class cGMP manufacturing facilities to advance tomorrows medicines. With sites in Billingham & Wilton UK, Hillerod Denmark, North Carolina and Texas USA, the size and breadth of our business will open up huge opportunities for you, whether you want to move to a different role in the UK, relocate, or progress and take on more responsibility. Our teams are proud to partner with innovative companies reimagining whats possible in biopharmaceuticals. Every day at FDB is a day for improvement, each challenge is an opportunity for growth, and every moment is a chance to evolve together.
Overview
About Us: As a QC IT application system manager you will be responsible for operations and maintenance of the systems in your domain particularly Labware LIMS and Empower. Your key objective will be to continuously improve business operations and to ensure compliance/alignment between the different requirements at different levels and from different stakeholders of the organization.
Responsibilities
* Lead site contact to the vendors and coordinate all updates to the systems; report and track technical issues; proactively manage licenses of the systems.
* Second level support of the system; maintain a knowledge base for first level support; promote best practices in the applications utilization.
* Drive upgrade projects and secure operation management; participate as a technical lead in Global IT and compliance projects; initiate and drive optimization projects with vendor cooperation.
* Maintain the validated state of the systems throughout the life cycle; develop and document specialist technical knowledge and transfer to peers and the business.
* Provide occasional project management tasks and contribute to IT projects ensuring deadlines and budget adherence.
* Establish and maintain relationships with technology vendors and service providers; manage vendor performance for value.
* Oversee day-to-day operations, guiding and supporting up to 3 direct reports.
* Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture; establish KPIs to measure success and drive continuous improvement.
* Provide regular reports and updates to senior management.
* Support and administer applications added to the Technical Operations QC IT group portfolio.
Qualifications and Experience
* Bachelor's degree in a related discipline (IT or Computer Science) is required.
* 5+ years of experience in the IT field and/or pharmaceutical industry with knowledge of Computer Systems Validation.
* 5+ years of relevant experience, demonstrating strong leadership capabilities in managing teams and projects.
* Proven experience designing, installing, and testing IT systems.
* Proven experience administering Labware LIMS and Empower applications.
* Pharmaceutical experience is required.
* Proven experience working and/or managing IT projects.
Preferred For The Role
* Additional certifications relevant to the role are desirable (e.g., Labware LIMS or Waters Empower Administration course completion).
* Experience working in QC and QA processes is an advantage.
Who you are
The ideal candidate has a collaborative attitude with the willingness to work with global peers and cross-functional teams toward Company and department goals. You can prioritize and work autonomously based on common goals and objectives. You have a strong analytical mind, eye for detail, and problem-solving skills. You have a natural drive for simplification and a quality mindset. You are willing to learn new things and drive solutions.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
* Excellent oral and written communications skills and fluency in English
* Strong analytical skills
* High sense of responsibility.
* Working knowledge of software maintenance in a regulated environment. Documented ISO and cGMP understanding and knowledge of GAMP
Why work with us?
When You Join Us, We Will Train, Develop And Support You To Become The Best You Can Possibly Be. We Offer a Structured New Starter Induction Programme As Well As On-going Development Training. In Addition To This, We Offer
* Competitive salary plus company bonus scheme
* 35 days of holiday, plus bank holidays
* Salary Sacrifice scheme offering, healthcare, bikes, dental etc.
* Generous pension scheme
* Free parking and electric charging points
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Information Technology
Industries
* Data Infrastructure and Analytics
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