Platform Operations Manager

OVERVIEW Project Controls Engineer Are you ready to take on complex challenges while building your career? Are you interested in helping ensure that projects operate at the highest quality, within a Site Engineering team that manufactures life-saving treatments for patients? Join us as a Project Controls Engineer in Osaka Plant. Every day, Engineers at changing lives, impacting millions, and shaping the future of healthcare. On our Site Engineering team, you will be empowered to implement comprehensive project cost and schedule planning, control processes, and manage risk in support of successful project delivery. You will have the authority to make choices that contribute to our greater purpose of improving people's lives while protecting our planet. Supported by talented and respectful colleagues, you will be offered stimulating experiences that enhance ongoing career opportunities. ENGINEER YOUR FUTURE ● Develop and manage comprehensive Basis of Schedule and Cost Estimate and integrate construction planning efforts. ● Develop manageable cost and schedule packages for use by the project team. ● Ensure schedule has complete scope coverage, procurement milestones are considered, critical path defined, and potential scope growth identified. Utilize industry and internal benchmarks to validate the quality of the overall schedule. ● Analyze cost performance, maintain the monthly cash flow forecast, and ensure control of budget and spend using an approved project change request process, including allowances and contingency. ● Monitor resource plan and periodically perform Earned Value Analysis where applicable. ● Work with key stakeholders to identify cost and schedule risks and apply quantitative risk analysis methods (e.g., Monte Carlo Simulation) where applicable. ● Develop and deploy appropriate project change management processes and risk mitigation procedures. ● Develop and prepare monthly cost and schedule reports based on project definition and execution phase. ● Lead subcontractors invoice management. Track the budget, expenditures, and Estimate At Completion. ● Assist procurement during the bidding process and tendering period by assessing proposed cost against budget. ● Ensure purchase requests are based on initial budgeted scope (or approved scope changes), place and approve Purchase Requests in Ariba, and monitor the purchase process. ● Liaise with site finance departments to ensure accruals and further reconciliations are updated.

Responsibilities 1. Collaborate closely with pharma science, regulatory, and quality control organizations, as well as process experts across our global plasma network. 2. Provide leadership and guidance to team members, assisting them in prioritization, problem resolution, and process clarification. 3. Direct the effective transfer of technology from design development to implementation. 4. Evaluate the suitability of new technologies for implementation and transition to the manufacturing floor. 5. Ensure successful product technical transfer to the new plasma facility. 6. Establish reliable yield status and accurate yield forecasts for all transferred products, implementing strategies to meet yield targets. 7. Develop and direct strategies for yield improvement projects, lead time reduction, process security, and deviation reduction. 8. Assure process robustness and supply reliability by controlling the manufacturing process life cycle. 9. Develop strategic plans that incorporate regional and global business practices and customer needs. 10. Define and communicate strategic imperatives for project success, including market entry timing, innovative technology, and costs. 11. Develop effective tech transfer project milestones, schedules, and manage budgets. 12. Utilize state-of-the-art project management tools to ensure project schedules and budgets are met. 13. Identify and resolve issues that may impact project schedules or improve project time. 14. Understand and effectively communicate market niche and competitive forces influencing the project. 15. Ensure team objectives align with key tech transfer projects for the new facility. 16. Proactively prioritize and balance resource utilization for the project. 17. Select, develop, and retain staff, providing constructive feedback, recognition, coaching, mentoring, and motivation. 18. Generate innovative solutions to complex problems using multiple disciplines and technical principles. 19. Create innovative products, processes, and methods through novel combinations of expertise within the organization. 20. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications 1. Utilize your strong scientific background to contribute to the development and optimization of plasma manufacturing processes. 2. Apply your knowledge of GMPs, FDA, EMA, PMDA, Lean, Six Sigma, and DMAIC methods to ensure compliance and continuous improvement. 3. Demonstrate self-motivation, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to analyze and solve complex problems through innovative thought and experience. 4. Utilize project management tools to effectively manage multiple cross-functional teams simultaneously. 5. Design and implement projects/studies outside your area of expertise, leveraging your scientific knowledge and skills. 6. Provide strategic leadership and supervision to ensure the success of process development and tech transfer projects. 7. Utilize your experience in change management to drive process improvement initiatives. 8. Demonstrate a high level of customer orientation and organizational skills. 9. Embrace a flexible and innovative mindset, thinking outside the box to drive continuous improvement. 10. Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to convey complex scientific concepts and project updates. 11. Leverage your record of success in process development, tech transfer, project management, and regulatory submissions to drive the success of our plasma manufacturing processes. 12. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a highly matrixed, cross-functional, and geographically dispersed environment. 13. Utilize your experience in GMP inspections to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE This position will provide support to the execution of commissioning and qualification of a new Plasma manufacturing facility. This position is responsible to assess and qualify equipment, critical systems (utilities), facilities, computer systems, cleaning processes, manufacturing processes, as applicable. Primary tasks include development of protocols, coordination of commissioning and qualification activities, qualification execution, preparing final reports and assembly of final commissioning and qualification packages, and generation of project plans. Responsibilities will consist of both initial commissioning and qualification efforts as well as re-commissioning and re-qualification. Additionally, investigations of manufacturing challenges are conducted and process improvements are evaluated and implemented. Final documents are archived and will be included in or support regulatory submissions, and made available as needed during internal and external regulatory/compliance audits. This position will work in close cooperation with the manufacturing business units, Engineering, Regulatory, QC, and Quality Operations on a day-to-day basis. ACCOUNTABILITIES Applies thorough understanding of risk-based CQ, cGXPs, GAMP5 and 21CFR Part 11 (as applicable), relevant SOP curriculums, routine project procedures, project management, and other training as appropriate. Performs a variety of projects/studies in several areas at the same time to support project timelines and budgets while maintaining quality and compliance. Supports projects that require team participation. Must demonstrate competent and effective coordination, and organizational skills. Handles routine tasks with attention to detail, timely and accurately. Participates and interfaces with cross-functional project team members (Engineering, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Supply Chain, and other technical disciplines) representing the respective commissioning and qualification elements, as applicable, to determine commissioning and qualification strategy based on concepts of life cycle: user requirements, functional specifications, design specifications, commissioning and qualification. Emphasis is on ensuring accuracy and integrity on commissioning and qualification documentation that meets regulatory guidelines and industry standards. Writes protocols and reports, executes, interprets, and evaluates commissioning and qualification documents in terms of acceptability to industry standards (GMPs, FDA Guidelines), procedures, and regulatory requirements such as but not limited to (21 CFR Parts 210, 211, 600, ISO 14644, EC-Annex1, etc.). Utilizes Quality-Engineering tools to problem solve/troubleshoot and assist in risk analysis (e.g., FMEA, Design of Experiments, QbD, SPC). Identifies gaps related to commissioning and qualification requirements and global procedures. May assist in closing compliance gaps as they are identified. Performs updates to element commissioning and qualification assessments and commissioning and qualification plans, as required. Participates, as required, in the investigation and closure of non-conformances/events, corrective actions and preventative actions. Supports internal or external assessments or audits, as required. Supports process with timely closure of observations/audit items. Uses commissioning and qualification test equipment in support of commissioning and qualification activities. Performs other duties as directed by supervisor. DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise Must have basic experience in pharmaceutical/biotech commissioning and qualification elements, as applicable, including the writing and executing of protocols and standard operating procedures. Must have basic knowledge of the operating principles in a cGMP regulated environment. Hands-on Manufacturing, Engineering and/or Technical Service experience is a plus. Leadership Must have exceptional organizational skills and ability to analyze and plan and implement resolutions to technical problems, familiarity with auditing techniques, interpreting regulations and quality systems. Leadership and project management skills such as exceptional interpersonal/communication/influencing/negotiation skills/organization/prioritization. Decision-making and Autonomy Must demonstrate effectiveness in task completion, decision-making, empowerment of others, exception management, training, and problem solving Interaction Must be able to work with site and global SMEs from External Partners, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory and EHS in order to design, execute and deliver to department goals and project goals. Innovation Must be able to lead and implement optimization of processes within the department or the site. Complexity Must have advanced experience and proficiency in problem analysis and resolution, a successful track record of analyzing complex technical problems, and demonstrates good troubleshooting and decision-making abilities.

esponsible for the following matters in Osaka Plant In collaboration with the plant management, lead the development and implementation of management systems and site procedures concerning environmental, health, safety using the ISO14001(Environment) and ISO45001(OHS) Lead EHS related compliance including waste water management Strive for sustainable global envirionment with zero-emission and carbon neutral Lead projects of Safe Initiative program, BCP, and security to formulate annual plan by closely monitoring the transition Ensure the requirements of corporate EHS and other related departments are in place Supervise / host EHS-related committees or meetings Lead EHS programs in association with Osaka plant restructuring with duties of government and neighboring affairs Elevate the capabilities of Osaka Plant organization for now and the future through the cross-functional collaboration Evaluate change proposals from the EHS aspects (for example, Safety, legal response and so on) on the change management process, as a EHS SME Ensure ethics and compliance DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise: Have theory-based systematic and practical knowledge on Environment Occupational Health and Safety for fulfillment of duties Comprehensive understanding of regionally emerging EHS legislation and experience of proactively responding to legislation changes Proven experience in auditing against EHS management systems Capability to train people in EHS&S methodologies Strong analytical skills and ability to convert informational data into action plans Strong customer service and responsiveness to others Sense of urgency and ability to achieve results Leadership: Make quick and practical decisions in case of emergency Provide leadership and direction to achieve the safety workplace vision through management commitment and employee ownership Take initiatives in EHS-related projects in Osaka Strong results orientation, leadership capabilities and overall structured way of working Decision-making and Autonomy: Set goals and processes in line with corporate EHS starategies and policies Facilitate senior level decision making in relation to people management practices Interaction: Create, develop and maintain relationships within GMSGQ Japan and with other divisions, affiliated companies, external experts and government office for prompt execution of EHS measures at Osaka Plant Strong interpersonal skills to get along with all levels of the organization Lead improvement of local, regional, and national EHS issues around the site Innovation: Develop and implement solutions by observing and referring to similar EHS issues within and outside the company Lead and engage team members for the AGILE program to drive continuous improvements and innovation Complexity: Ability to translate complex information into simple actions Extensive and pragmatic view beyond the site Coordinate EHS strategic matters with each department and affiliated companies in Osaka Plant