Manager, Technical Support
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Job Description
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 sites 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.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
