Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) Supervisor

Company Overview

MS Pharma is a leading pharmaceutical company in the MENA region, dedicated to enhancing community health by providing high-quality, affordable products. We aspire to be an international pharmaceutical leader with a stronghold in MEA and a presence in Europe and other global markets.

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) supervisor is responsible for overseeing and optimizing manufacturing processes related to the production of sterile biologic drug products, including technology transfer (TT) of products to the site. Support the implementation of the TT program and drive the troubleshooting and improvement of the regular manufacturing processes. Supervise the MSAT specialists.

Duties And Responsibilities

1.1. Optimize manufacturing processes.

1.2. Design and implement process improvements to enhance product quality, yield, and efficiency.

1.3. Perform process risk assessments.

1.4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing and quality assurance to support product TTs and commercial manufacturing activities.

1.5. Lead, coordinate and drive the technology transfer activities to ensure smooth transfer of processes to manufacturing.

1.6. Develop process documentation such as standard operating procedures (SOPs), batch manufacturing records, protocols and other similar GMP documents.

1.7. Provide technical support, oversight, and training to manufacturing personnel to ensure proper execution of tech transfer batches (PPQs) and commercial manufacturing processes.

1.8. Contribute to the design and qualification of manufacturing equipment including Single Use systems.

1.9. Conduct studies and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and mitigation strategies.

1.10. Support troubleshooting equipment and processes to ensure efficient operation and minimal downtime.

1.11. Provides on-floor manufacturing support for equipment and processing issues.

1.12. Analyze process data to identify trends, optimize performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

1.13. Technical expertise to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, such as FDA, ISO, and cGMP.

1.14. Support regulatory inspections as required.

1.15. Support Manufacturing in the investigation and resolution of production related deviations and compliance issues in a timely manner including identifying effective CAPAs.

1.16. Participating in validation activities, including IQ/OQ/PQ protocols, to ensure the effectiveness and reliability of the processes.

1.17. Lead or assist with deviations, change controls, and corrective and preventive action (CAPA) closures.

Professional Knowledge

• International and EU Health Authority Regulations
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Ministry of Health Regulations
• General Safety Regulations
• Aseptic Processing
• Gowning Procedures
• Process Validation
• Equipment Qualification
• Single Use Technology
• Continuous Improvement
• Statistical Analysis
• MS Office Suite
• Technology Transfer
  
  

Job Requirements

• B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, or a related field required.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in process engineering, tech transfer specialist, or in any technical field within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with a focus on sterile biologics manufacturing (preferred).
• Proficiency in written, read and spoken Arabic and English languages.