Process Science Manager, Technical Operation

Kenvue is currently recruiting for:

Process Science Manager, Technical Operation

This position reports to the SEA & PAC Process Science Cluster Lead and is based in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Who We Are

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made by 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to deliver the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means to have the power to impact life of millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information click here.

What You Will Do

The Process Science Manager, Technical Operations will lead activities related to technical manufacturing plant support & studies on technical/technology transfer projects, process improvement & productivity initiatives, material and process trouble shootings studies. The position will also ensure that all supporting projects are defined, planned, documented and executed in compliance to Kenvue procedures, Regulatory requirement, GMP, EHS&S and Corporate quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Technology Transfer (TT) or Site Transfer project – Represent Country TECH OPS Technical & Process Lead in transfer of products from one manufacturing site to another manufacturing site within the global network. And to lead the TECH OPS team member and render technical support and ensure related works are executed and perform accordingly.

• Validation - Represent Country TECH OPS Lead to provides overall technical & validation support to site manufacturing operations group in validation execution (Mixing / Filling / Cleaning).

• Cost Improvement Projects (CIP) – To represent as Country TECH OPS Technical & Process Lead to support local CIP initiative for productivity and / or cost improvement project and identify improvement opportunities to drive productivity and cost improvement which including raw material or process changes which are well defined and planned, documented and ensure execution in manner meeting GMP, health, Safety and Environmental and corporate quality standards.

• Plant Support (IM & EM) – To represent as Country TECH OPS Technical & Process Lead in supporting internal and external manufacturing plant. And to lead TECH OPS team member and render technical support and ensure the related works are executed and perform accordingly.

• Investigations and CAPA support - To represent Country TECH OPS Technical & Process Lead in trouble shooting, non-conformance investigation and root cause analysis pertaining to product formula, raw material and mixing process design. And to lead the Site TECH OPS team member and render technical support and ensure related works are executed and perform accordingly

· Support effective product lifecycle and knowledge management in close collaboration with the Global Technical Leaders and technical need state leaders.

· Partner with Research and Development to establish and maintain processes for planning, developing, and commercializing new products resulting in well-characterized, validated, highly capable, cost-effective manufacturing processes.

· Communicates with internal (manufacturing, quality, engineering) and external partners to coordinate and execute project plans and provide technical expertise to day-to-day activities.

· Promotes innovation initiatives for new products and ideas.

Documentation Control

• Ensure all technical studies (qualifications, trial runs, lab batch studies etc.) are appropriately documented as per documentation system.

• Ensure relevant technical specifications are maintained through change control procedure (GCC) & route for approval through Kenvue Global Spec system (TRU).

• Ensure that specifications are maintained through change control procedure (GCC).

• Ensure compliance to SOP requirements for specification and documentation.

• To create bill of material (BOM) and maintaining BOM via SAP system for TECH OPS lead project. Ensure mixed bulks BOMs in SAP system are accurately maintained.

• To maintain in house TECH OPS data base and formulation matrix in timely basis.

Development

• Identify improvement and seize learning opportunities, assimilate past lessons learnt and self-aspire to continuously challenge and improve status quo to sharpen technical as well as leadership skills.

• Be participative and contribute as a team player in the organization.

• To work with cross functional team to identify business needs/risk, initiate project, make proper risk assessment and propose budget plan, align with relevant functions/leaders on the proposal and execute with excellence.

• Support organization development, responsible for individual’s PDP, career planning, training and people development

What We Are Looking For

Required Qualifications

· A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Science or Equivalent

· Generally 8 - 10 years working experience in a healthcare manufacturing environment preferred

· Strong Knowledge of product characteristics and their correlation with product/raw material performance and performance requirements of specific products or raw materials and the customer needs.

· Strong Knowledge of performance requirements of specific products or raw materials and the customer needs

· Strong Knowledge of product design, characteristics, the procedure (how the product works, anatomy), and competitive products.

· Strong Knowledge of scientific principles for liquid/semi-solid formulation development (i.e., solution, suspension, semi-solid), solid dosage development (i.e., immediate and delayed release), and other formulation development (i.e., Nasal Spray, Eye drops, Lozenges, and sterile products), as applicable.

· Strong Understanding of the process equipment and in-process control instruments.

· Strong Knowledge in few of the processes such as Mixing, Filling, Liquid dosage, Solid dosage, Liquid Packaging, Scale-up, Technology Transfer, Continued Process Verification, Process Development, as applicable.

· Strong Knowledge and understanding of equipment design, cleaning procedures, analytical methods, sampling requirements, and in the collection and evaluation of data, from the process design stage through commercial production.

· Strong Knowledge and ability to apply selected lean tools to a situation. Tools include- 5S, Visual Management, Mistake proofing, kanbans/ rhythm wheels, and other Lean principles.

· Strong Knowledge of statistical methods such as Six Sigma, statistical tools for data analysis. (i.e., CpK, Probability of failure), and risk management tools (FMEA, etc.).

· Strong Knowledge and understanding of the Root Cause Analysis tools such as brainstorming, cause and effect analysis, fishbone diagrams, 5 why's, failure mode, effect analysis, RATIO, and others as applicable.

· Strong Knowledge of regulatory requirements in the development, validation, and manufacture of consumer cosmetic and OTC monograph drug products (regulatory agencies such as FDA, MHRA, Health Canada, AIFA, etc.).

· Strong analytical skills are required. Excellent technical writing skills are required. Experience with MS Word, Excel and Project software packages is required. Excellent interpersonal, influencing, communication, listening, negotiating and problem-solving/decision-making skills are preferred.

What’s In It For You

· Competitive Benefit Package

· Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!

· Learning & Development Opportunities

· Flexible Work Set Up

· Employee Resource Groups

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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