Senior Manager Microbiology Laboratory (m/w/d)

Senior Manager Microbiology Laboratory (m/w/d) page is loaded## Senior Manager Microbiology Laboratory (m/w/d)locations: Germany, Alzeytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-97016At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.At Lilly in Germany, we are currently planning and building a high-tech production facility in Alzey (Rhineland-Palatinate), which will expand our production of injectable drugs from 2027 and employ up to 1,000 specialists. To make the most of our innovative production site, we are looking for motivated reinforcements who, together with us, will ensure the supply of Lilly medicines in Germany, Europe, and worldwide, in line with the three Lilly values of "Excellence," "Integrity," and "Respect for People."**Join our Lilly team in Alzey and start as soon as possible as:****Senior Manager Microbiology Laboratory (m/w/d)**Lilly is actively growing its manufacturing footprint globally to meet the needs of patients and deliver on our exciting future. As a result, Lilly is looking for experienced quality assurance associates to support our growth in Alzey, Germany. This is an outstanding opportunity to deliver on new manufacturing investments and new pioneering technologies.The Microbiology Laboratory lead is primarily responsible for managing microbiology testing in support of Parental Manufacturing in the Alzey site.* Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, leading safety initiatives, and working safely and accountable for supporting all HSE Corporate and Site Goals.* Ensure and enforce compliance with all cGMP procedures, Quality Systems and Good Documentation Practices in the microbiology lab.* Leading the laboratory personnel, give direction and set standards* Supervise the activities within the microbiology labs, including but not limited to: + Perform microbiological testing for commercial product; + Manage analysis of EM samples + Managing of external testing activities + Method Verification according to pharmacopoeia guidelines + Participate in flow teams and process teams to ensure smooth collaboration with other departments; + Change management, Deviation management, Laboratory Investigations;* Organizing the lab following lean principles;* Ensure all the Analysts/Technician within the lab are properly trained.* Build and maintain working relationships with microbiology testing labs across the Lilly network.* Oversee QC laboratory equipment setup, qualification and operation* Support regulatory submission and inspections.* Masters degree or Bachelor’s (4-year) degree with extensive relevant work experience in a science field related to microbiology.* Minimum of 5-10 years of regulated industry experience in QC with demonstrated knowledge of related quality systems and regulatory requirements* Experience with microbiology testing* Previous experience with Laboratory IT systems such as MODA, LIMS and LES preferred* Leadership experience* Written and oral skills in German and English* Participated in Regulatory inspections such as EMA, FDA* Demonstrated knowledge and application of regulations as applicable to the pharmaceutical industry and related quality systems**Additional Skills/Preferences:*** Management experience of third-party laboratories* Ability to mentor / train others, share learning**Additional Information:*** Primary location is Alzey, Germany* Ability to travel (approximately 10-20 %)* **Pioneering spirit**: Become part of a team of specialized professionals that will grow to up to 1,000 colleagues over the next three years.* **Innovation:** You will work in a medical high-tech production facility equipped with the most advanced technology.* **Creative freedom**: From the beginning, you will have the freedom to contribute your ideas and implement them in cross-functional teams.* **Development**: We value the individual career development of our employees and ensure fair access to professional development worldwide through our "Corporate Lilly University."* **Financial benefits**: In addition to your attractive salary, we offer you the option of an excellent company pension plan and other individual benefits.Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form () for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.Lilly does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.#WeAreLillyAt Lilly we strive to ensure our employees are part of a team that cares about them and our shared purpose of making life better for those around the world. We hope that you seek to join us on our journey as we create medicine and deliver improved outcomes for patients across the globe!
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