Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Pharmacy, or related field, or 6 years of leadership experience in lieu of degree
5+ years in a GMP or regulated product environment
1-3 years of supervisory experience
Knowledge of FDA cGMP regulations
Strong communication and leadership skills
Proficient in troubleshooting and problem-solving
Responsibilities
Direct PET personnel in efficient equipment and material use for quality production
Coordinate support staff and schedule PET activities
Promote safe work practices and ensure compliance with SHE standards
Train PET personnel on equipment, processes, and SOPs
Maintain documentation practices in line with company standards
Generate and approve deviation reports and investigations
Collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance to enhance process performance
Benefits
Career development opportunities for direct reports
Positive work environment with effective HR policy administration
Collaboration across teams to share best practices
Potential for involvement in new equipment and process design
Flexibility to work various shifts and collaborate across teams
Full Job Description
In addition to the general description of the parent profile role for this job function, the following summarize key result areas, specific accountabilities and / or tasks, etc. associated with this job title:
Provides direction to PET personnel in the efficient use of equipment and materials to produce quality products in accordance with the PET plan.
Responsible for all PET activity to include coordination of support staff, scheduling and improvements.
Promotes the use of safe work practices during all aspects of production and ensures all external and AstraZeneca SHE standards are met daily.
Accountable for training PET personnel on equipment, processes and standard operating procedures.
Ensures that cGMPs are used and followed during production of products so that all FDA and international regulations are met.
Promotes a positive work environment by effectively administering AstraZeneca Human Resource policies and procedures including Performance Management and by communicating information to employees and responding to their concerns.
Ensures proper documentation practices are maintained consistently to company standards in manufacturing documents, training documentation, production logs, etc
Generates reports for deviations, assists in the investigations, and recommends / implements solutions to resolve deviations. Approves deviation investigations as appropriate.
Authors, reviews, and approves Standard Operating Procedures and other documents to ensure integration of cGMPs and improve process efficiencies.
Collaborates with Engineering and Maintenance to optimize process performance.
Participates in the design, selection, installation and qualification of new equipment, facilities and processes.
Reviews, approves and implements change control as appropriate.
Provides career development for direct reports.
Works collaboratively within and across PETs to ensure flow of product, sharing of best practices, and lean behaviors.
Acts as backup to PET Lead when designated.
Ability to work any shift and collaborate with other Process Facilitators across shifts.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice
Minimum Requirements: • Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Pharmacy, related Science or business , or 6 years' experience in a people leadership role in lieu of degree • Minimum of 5 years' experience in a GMP or regulated product environment • Minimum of 1-3 years previous supervisory experience • Knowledge of FDA cGMP's • Strong communication and leadership skills • Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills
Desirable Skills:
Experience working in a Lean Manufacturing environment
Ability to direct and participate in cross-functional teams
Knowledge or previous experience in managing technical programs/projects
Training or experience in formulation, filling, packaging, validation, technology transfer, change control
Project management skills
Date Posted 29-Oct-2026
Closing Date 20-Nov-2026
About AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca is a British-Swedish multinational pharmaceutical company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of prescription drugs. The company was formed in 1999 through the merger of Astra AB and Zeneca Group plc. AstraZeneca's products are used to treat a wide range of medical conditions, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, and diabetes. The company has operations in over 100 countries and employs more than 76,000 people worldwide. AstraZeneca is committed to developing innovative medicines that improve the health and well-being of people around the world.
