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Associate Director External Manufacturing

  • Location:

    Dublin

  • Sector:

    Life Sciences

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    Negotiable

  • Contact:

    Next Generation

  • Contact email:

    sarah.macmullan@nextgeneration.ie

  • Job ref:

    JOB-14170_1751540500

  • Published:

    9 days ago

Job Advert: Associate Director, External Manufacturing

Location: Dublin
Remote/Hybrid based in Ireland

About the Role
We're seeking an experienced and driven Associate Director, External Manufacturing to provide technical leadership across a global external manufacturing network. This position plays a key role in supporting new product introductions, technology transfers, and the ongoing optimisation of drug product and packaging operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead technical oversight of external drug product and packaging processes.

  • Support CMO selection, onboarding, and tech transfer activities.

  • Oversee packaging qualifications (IQ/OQ/PQ/PPQ) and implementation of new technologies.

  • Contribute to packaging development, validation and risk management initiatives.

  • Ensure compliance with GMP and global regulatory requirements.

  • Collaborate cross-functionally to drive performance, troubleshoot issues, and enhance operational efficiency.

  • Support regulatory submissions and lead or contribute to investigations and CAPA management.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or a related scientific discipline.

  • Extensive experience in pharmaceutical drug product and packaging operations, including oral solid dosage, vial and syringe filling.

  • Deep knowledge of GMP regulations and packaging development for commercial products.

  • Proven track record in technical leadership, CMO management, and process improvement.

  • Strong communication, technical writing, and problem-solving capabilities.

    The Next Step for you:

    Should this position be of interest to you please forward your CV to Sarah Mac Mullan from Next Generation Recruitment or alternatively call on the main line on 00 353 1 6498546

    Next Generation are specialists in Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Quality, Technical and Operation (permanent, contract and temporary) positions.

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