Process Development Manager
16 days ago
Kidlington
Position Summary: The Process Development Manager drives improvement in services processes technical and automation processes shipping office processes and Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurances (QA) processes with an emphasis on process quality scale and reliability. Makes multiple contributions to Lab Services operations that facilitate existing processes integrate novel ones and train individuals in best practices. This individual serves as a flexible subject-matter expert with particular focus on continuous improvement workflow process development quality control and technical this role the individual will engage regularly in the lab and produce standard documentation deliverables such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions. This individual defines process needs specifies requirements procures and qualifies solutions while also leading equipment facility and improvement projects. They will also measure and establish process standards reviewing and adjusting these standards to be used in product costing and project estimate planning. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each of the following essential functions satisfactorily: • In collaboration with multiple cross-functional groups such as Operations Research and Development Global Workflow Solutions support and manage on-site evaluation of new technologies., • Collaborate with technical process leads within the lab to ensure effective training of technicians and seamless integration of updated workflows into Lab Services, • Partner with technical process leads within the lab to successfully author or update SOP documentation for workflow changes; present such changes to management for final review and approval, • Evaluate existing workflows and processes to identify guardrails or potential areas of efficiency gains., • Accumulate an in-depth understanding of automation in house, • Apply improvement methodologiessuch as Lean/TPS Six Sigma Visual Management to drive improvement in facility layout workflow organization throughput and efficiency, • Drive improve to quality and consistency in lab services, • Conduct process observations to develop process maps baseline SOPs/Standardized work and to identify silos inefficiencies and constraints, • Develop new processes and scale up existing processes which may include specification procurement qualification and support of relevant capital equipment used in the manufacturing processes, • Support optimization of production and procurement through analysis of attributes such as batch size setup and QC costs, • Participate in new product development to assure design for cost-effective and repeatable manufacturing Qualifications : Education/Experience/Licenses/Certifications Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelors degree in a related discipline, • Extensive experience with operational excellence and improvement methodologies, • Demonstrated experience with product costing, • Proven knowledge and experience in risk management and change management, • Experience training scientific staff in technical and automated processes, • Proven track record working as part of a cross-functional team., • Significant prior work experience ideally 3 years or more in in laboratory settings preferably high throughput labs., • Proven attention to detail and excellent organizational skills, • Aptitude to work in a complex and rapidly growing company, • Results-oriented ensuring targets are met on time and on budget, • Must demonstrate good professional judgement and reliability, • Highly organized., • Prioritizes work effectively., • Adapts flexibly to changing work priorities and projects., • Communicates in a collaborative and friendly manner with colleagues., • Aptitude to work in a complex and rapidly growing company, • Ability to work well in a team environment and possess an ability to adapt to change in the environment, • Strong coaching and training skills, • Excellent oral and written communication skills, • Outstanding interpersonal and networking skills to drive successful relationship building, • Strong critical thinking and analytical skills with experience or ability to effectively report and track sales metrics, • Demonstrated good professional judgment and reliability, • Resonate and operate in line with LGCs core value behaviours: Passion Curiosity Integrity Brilliance and Respect Additional Information : What we offer (US based-employees): • Competitive compensation with strong bonus program, • Comprehensive medical dental and vision benefits for employees and dependents, • FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care childcare and elder care, • Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance, • 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution, • Company-paid short- and long- term disability life insurance and employee assistance program, • Flexible work options, • Pet Insurance for our furry friends, • Enhanced Parental leave of 8 additional weeks, • PTO that begins immediately All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 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