Join a Market Leader

Hovione is an independent family owned international group of companies. From the beginning, we have set ourselves above and apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market.

Our people are the main asset for our continued success. Reaching over 1950 team members, from 36 different nationalities, that are located across Asia, Europe and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites.

Working at Hovione means reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do: for our clients, our partners and, above all, our patients. That is why we are In it for life.

You will be responsible to:

Defines and implements quality control techniques in order to verify the quality of raw materials, intermediate and end products as well as any other analytical services relevant to our client base and according to regulatory requirements. Manage and control all Quality Control activities in accordance with identified quality assurance standards, company procedures, client specifications, contract requirements, and regulatory guidelines.

• Contribute to the area planning and participate in the methodology definition for the achievement of the tasks allocated to the team 

• Propose new methodologies and objectives and the necessary investments and resources taking in account the project demand trends and project requirements 

• Assure that the equipment available is used in a productive way

• Ensure the fulfilment of all tasks assigned in the Task distribution list of the area

• Strive for Right First Time in all tasks assigned to the team

• Generate/Report on key performance indicators for the team

• Investigate OOS results, deviations, QC Incidents and HSEE events generated in the team and propose the respective corrective/preventive actions when applicable.

• Support the QC Management in fostering an environment of continuous improvement and providing leadership in this area by identifying and implementing practices to deliver efficiency cost reduction, quality and service level improvements.

• Propose subjects of the training for the Quality Control program based on needs identified in the day to day operations

• Ensure that all company COP’s, SOP’s, IOP’s and policies are adhered to by self and staff of the team

• Assist with audits/investigations as required

• Represent the team in internal, customer-related meetings or audits

• Ensure the state of cleanliness, tidiness and organization of the area and related tasks

• Supervise the TMs assigned to his/her area of responsibility and distribute work tasks. Provide input to ensure HR processes run smoothly, namely in terms of recruitment, integration, training needs and performance management in accordance with the company's HR policies. Ensure all TMs are aligned and motivated towards achieving Hovione's goals, values and culture by promoting their personal and professional development whilst maximizing productivity - Ensure area goals are properly cascaded to the team

• Ensure compliance with GMP and HSE guidelines, internal and external requirements as well as promote the implementation and maintenance of Hovione´s policies, systems and procedures (COPs, HBR, SOPs and others) within his/ her TMs

• Carry out assigned tasks and duties in a safe manner, in accordance with instructions, and to comply with environmental, health & safety rules/procedures, regulations and codes of practice.

We are looking to recruit a Candidate:

• Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences or in similar Chemistry/ Biochemistry/ Health Sciences fields, or equivalent job experience

  -Requires previous relevant experience in an Analytical Chemistry / Quality Control laboratory

• Proven experience in training and leading others in the field

  -Possess extensive knowledge of an Analytical Chemistry / Quality Control laboratory practices, and is able to effectively train others on them

• Knowledge and experience of GMP and ICH guidelines

• Good communication skills (verbal and written)

• Highly skilled at running work processes and its related tools

• Fluency in English is desirable

• Must have the Knowledge, Experience and Skills to conduct their tasks in accordance with the rules and procedures set down.

  Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer

  Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At Hovione, that means a work environment where differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We want all our team members worldwide to feel supported, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, regardless of their age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or ethnicity.

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Hiring Request Post Information* : Posted Date2 weeks ago(2024/7/5 14:05)

ID2024-10190

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Job LocationsPT-Loures

Job FamilyQUALITY