Manufacturing Execution Systems Designer
Job Summary
Title:
Manufacturing Execution Systems DesignerCompany:
Ipsen Biopharm LtdAbout Ipsen:
Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience with global hubs in the U.S. France and the U.K we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.
Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration excellence and impact. At Ipsen every individual is empowered to be their true selves grow and thrive alongside the companys success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth creating real impact on patients and society!
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Job Description:
Location: Wrexham UK
Function: Supply Chain Technical Operations
Join Our AwardWinning Team at Ipsen Wrexham
At Ipsen we are committed to improving the lives of patients with a special focus on advancing neuroscience therapies. Our Wrexham site is a vital part of this mission delivering cuttingedge solutions in a dynamic and collaborative environment. We are proud to be Great Place to Work certified and a Shingo Bronze Medallion holder reflecting our commitment to excellence innovation and continuous improvement.
With a recent 24 million investment in the site and a further 86.4 million expansion underway there has never been a more exciting time to join us. If you are passionate about making an impact and want to be part of a team that values growth innovation and excellence then Ipsen could be where you thrive.
Role summary
In this role you will:
- Lead the design configuration and deployment of Manufacturing Execution System (MES) solutions supporting recipe testing validation and continuous improvement
- Act as a site champion for MES and automation working closely with Manufacturing Quality Assurance CSV MS&T IT/OT and Manufacturing 4.0 teams
- Take ownership of Master Batch Records (MBR) MES solutions and master data processes ensuring they remain accurate compliant and optimised
Key responsibilities
- Lead requirements gathering and design for MBR and MES enhancements
- Design create maintain and improve Master Batch Records within the MES environment
- Develop and update User Requirement Specifications (URS) and Functional Design Specifications (FDS)
- Manage master data state diagrams and equipment integration within MES
- Support validation activities including Operational Qualification and issue resolution
- Troubleshoot MES and MBR defects during validation and operational use
- Coordinate MES project scoping and enhancements including PharmaSuite solutions
- Design and deliver enduser training in collaboration with crossfunctional subjectmatter experts
About you
Essential experience and qualifications:
- Scientific Quality or Engineering background
- Proven experience working with Manufacturing Execution Systems in a pharmaceutical GMPregulated environment
- Strong automation expertise and experience integrating MES with ERP systems and manufacturing equipment
- Solid understanding of cGMP manufacturing operations
- Strong knowledge of Rockwell FTPS
- ALevel or HND in a relevant discipline
- Fluent written and spoken English
Desirable experience:
- Significant experience with pharmaceutical MES and automation
- Integration experience with ERP manufacturing equipment and LIMS
- Broader Rockwell FTPS exposure
- Experience supporting change management initiatives
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Data Science Engineering Information Systems or Life Sciences
- Additional European language capability
Ways of working
This role is based at our Wrexham site with hybrid working available in line with Ipsen policy. Travel requirements are minimal (up to 20%). You will collaborate across all Ipsen manufacturing sites and work with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
Why Ipsen
At Ipsen you will be empowered to take accountability manage complexity and deliver highquality outcomes in a regulated manufacturing environment. You will be part of a team that values execution excellence continuous improvement and collaboration all driven by a shared commitment to patient impact.
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Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Ipsen is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on innovation and specialty care to improve the lives of patients around the world.