CureVac Manufacturing GmbH, a wholly owned subsidiary of CureVac SE, is a biopharmaceutical company producing novel drugs based on the natural molecule Messenger RNA (mRNA). Our focus is on innovative cancer immunotherapies, prophylactic vaccines and molecular therapies. Currently, all RNA people are striving to achieve our main goal: To bring multiple best-in-class mRNA drugs to market.To strengthen our team in Tübingen near Stuttgart, we are currently looking to recruit a(Senior) Director (f/m/d) mRNA ManufacturingYour Responsibilities:Ensures clinical manufacturing and industrialization of products and production process improvements as well as product portfolio extensions within the APU (Autonomus Production Unit)Disciplinary leadership of Production managers & teams for the production of mRNA active ingredients, pDNA, Master Cell banking, and formulated bulk according to GMP guidelinesFollows production plans and assures feasibility, making necessary corrective adjustments as neededMonitoring compliance with documentation requirements according to GMPOverseeing the qualification of premises and equipment as well as the validation of processesCommitted and accountable to deliver and push for speed/excellence in execution while not compromising on quality and safetyDevelops long-term manufacturing strategy servicing the product portfolioAchieves financial targets by preparing and presenting budget proposals including yearly cost improvements (e.g., yield) and managing the APU budgetAllocates appropriate resources within the budget perimeterManages the APU team by understanding the big picture of the manufacturing network, connecting the dots, and giving perspective and clarity to the teamAligns resource planning with Supply Chain & Quality, Program Management, Engineering, and Technical Development departments concerning stocks, equipment, staffing, activities, etc.Maintains the working environment according to GMP & EHS standardsShares information transparentlyDetects and plans training needsParticipates in career management initiativesServes as the official APU representative to regulators, customers (external or internal) and acts as a business leader by navigating and influencing in a matrix organizationEnsures established customer specifications concerning cycle time, delivery, quality, quantity, and costs are metImplements preventive and corrective measures in the production process to assure that compliance & customer demands are properly metCoordinates with the quality team to meet all product standards.Drives continuous improvements in APU processes to raise quality, functionality/productivity, and to obtain CureVac & product project objectivesYour Qualifications:Completed university degree with a pharmaceutical, bioengineering or scientific background or a comparable qualificationExtensive production experience and experienced people leader (several years team management experience) including larger teams and shift operationsPositive Leadership with hands on mentalityExperience in a regulated environment of a GMP manufacturing company, Leiter der Herstellung, §15 AMGKnowledge of biotechnological methods such as TFF, HPLC, and transcription is advantageousOperational knowledge of Lean methods (Kanban, 5S, Hoshin, Daily Performance Management) and shop floor management is desirableAbility to influence heterogeneous and diverse teams in a matrix organizationGood MS Office skills and experience with process control systems are advantageousStrategic thinking, Lean Mindset and strong communication skillsFluency in English and GermanWe offer you a challenging and varied opportunity with an innovative and dynamic company that is expanding.
With much passion and sense of responsibility, we work together on the medical revolution. We pride ourselves on maintaining an honest and trusting relationship with each other which is characterized by openness to new ideas and continuous progress. Mutual respect, reliability and personal initiative are self-evident for us.
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Alba Ardito
Friedrich-Miescher-Straße 15
72076 Tübingen