Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions
Laboratory Setting, Office, Will work with hazardous/toxic materialsJob Description
Technical Support Manager Position
Internal title: Technical Support Manager
Direct Report To: Director, Plant/Site
Group/ Division: Laboratory Products Group/Laboratory Chemicals Division
Career Band: 7
Career track: Management
Position Location: UK - Loughborough - Bishop Meadow Road
Number of direct reports: 2
Join Thermo Fisher Scientific to impact the world positively by developing solutions for global challenges.
How will you make an impact?
Lead a technical team providing chemistry and process support for Chemical Manufacturing and Fill/Finish at LCD Loughborough, aiding in the transition to new facilities.
What will you do?
- Lead a small, diverse team, transforming the site’s vision into an actionable plan.
- To play a vital support role in EHS matters, and to take on responsibility as required
- Translate the site vision and strategy into a technical team roadmap with goals and an executable plan
- Evaluate the suitability of raw materials for Plant use and provide processing methods where material fails first pass through the plant
- Investigate non-conformances, lead root cause analyses, and implement effective solutions.
- Collaborate with the Sales Team to assess methods and provide cost estimates for new products.
- Drive continuous improvement in process safety by improving batch instructions and SOPs.
- Support Sourcing and Procurement with expert mentorship on supplier specifications and testing methodologies.
- Develop product specifications and optimise product lifecycles in partnership with Product Management.
- Assist QC with data interpretation and contribute to HAZOP studies.
- Complete and authorize COSHH and risk assessments, advocating for team collaboration.
- Act as the Chemical Specialist in the development and establishment of a new facility.
- Build deep technical expertise in fractional distillation, lead GEMBA walks and audits, and spearhead Practical Process Improvement (PPI) initiatives.
- Ensure full alignment with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.
How will you get here?
Education
- Chemistry degree or equivalent experience (1st or 2:1)
- PhD or MSc or equivalent experience preferred
Experience
- Minimum 5 years as a Development Chemist
- Line Management experience
- Demonstrable hands-on Chemistry practical skills
- Knowledge of analytical techniques, particularly HPLC, LC-MS, UV
- Experience of working on a COMAH site or in an ATEX environment is helpful
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
- Ability to analyse complex issues to resolve underlying root cause
- Proficiency in regulatory requirements with capability to develop in-depth knowledge of Safety Laws and Regulations
- Must be willing to work in a hands-on capacity
- Strong drive to develop your career and progress within the business
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
This role is based on-site in Loughborough, UK.
Top Skills
What We Do
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.
Why Work With Us
You will join a company which every colleague has the opportunity to create possibilities, for oneself, for our customers and patients. There is no more exciting place to be than at the forefront of solving problems which help improve lives around the world. As a company, we are committed to supporting your career aspirations and your journey.
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