Sanofi
Manager, Drug Substance Continuous Improvement – Vaccines (Equipment Qualificati
Sanofi, Swiftwater, Mississippi, United States
Manager, Drug Substance Continuous Improvement – Vaccines (Equipment Qualification)
Job Title:
Manager, Drug Substance Continuous Improvement – Vaccines (Equipment Qualification) Location:
Swiftwater, PA
This range is provided by Sanofi. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range:
$67,500.00/yr - $97,500.00/yr
About The Job We deliver 4.3 billion healthcare solutions to people every year, thanks to the flawless planning and meticulous eye for detail of our Manufacturing & Supply teams. With your talent and ambition, we can do even more to protect people from infectious diseases and bring hope to patients and their families.
We are an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across different countries, our talented teams are exploring new technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.
Main Responsibilities
Driving projects from conception to completion which will include equipment qualification activities such as development of change controls, protocols, test scripts, execution of testing, and documentation updates for small to medium-sized projects. Interact with equipment vendors to scope and procure equipment needed for qualification.
Serve as a technical liaison between the facility and equipment vendors/material suppliers. Collaborate with operational leaders to ensure optimal equipment performance across operations. Represent the site's technical interests in external project discussions and provide expertise to cross‑functional initiatives.
Become a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to apply industry knowledge of equipment qualification methodologies in drug substance manufacturing. Ensure all qualifications activities meet cGMP requirements and industry standards.
Attend meetings to gather and report out on issues / opportunities existing on the shop floor.
Actively develop, promote, and implement safe work practices to ensure safe working conditions for all employees.
Context of the Job / Major Challenges
The Manager, Continuous Improvement will identify, investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve issues that impact manufacturing process equipment.
The Manager, Continuous Improvement is tasked with leading change and collaborates with Operations, Quality, Automation, Maintenance and Manufacturing Technology.
The Manager, Continuous Improvement will provide operational and technical input to the Drug Substance Continuous Improvement team by direct participation and integration into factory operations.
The Manager, Continuous Improvement will serve as the subject matter expert (SME) within the team for projects related to manufacturing process equipment.
The Manager, Continuous Improvement will lead small/medium process improvement initiatives and other activities as assigned and assist with troubleshooting of production equipment and may assist with investigating deviations.
The ideal candidate will possess a demonstrated history of successful small project leadership including project planning, resource management, execution, and project closure, experience in customer support, operational excellence, and troubleshooting.
About You Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a regulated (regulatory) environment.
Strong understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Continuous Improvement methodologies, with a proven track record of excellence in a technical or scientific role.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to actively and collaboratively lead cross‑functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Certifications in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies are a plus.
Experience in writing, executing, and following up on equipment qualifications.
Additional technical certifications or training relevant to manufacturing or quality systems are advantageous.
Why Choose Us?
Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future‑focused team.
Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
Enjoy a thoughtful, well‑crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high‑quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender‑neutral parental leave.
Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affidantive Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.
Sanofi US endeavors to make our career center accessible to any and all users. If you are experiencing difficulty and need assistance applying online, please contact the organization’s career center.
Join Sanofi and step into a new era of science - where your growth can be just as transformative as the work we do. We invest in you to reach further, think faster, and do what’s never‑been‑done‑before. You’ll help push boundaries, challenge convention, and build smarter solutions that reach the communities we serve. Ready to chase the miracles of science and improve people’s lives? Let’s Pursue Progress and Discover Extraordinary – together.
At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Manager, Drug Substance Continuous Improvement – Vaccines (Equipment Qualification) Location:
Swiftwater, PA
This range is provided by Sanofi. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range:
$67,500.00/yr - $97,500.00/yr
About The Job We deliver 4.3 billion healthcare solutions to people every year, thanks to the flawless planning and meticulous eye for detail of our Manufacturing & Supply teams. With your talent and ambition, we can do even more to protect people from infectious diseases and bring hope to patients and their families.
We are an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across different countries, our talented teams are exploring new technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.
Main Responsibilities
Driving projects from conception to completion which will include equipment qualification activities such as development of change controls, protocols, test scripts, execution of testing, and documentation updates for small to medium-sized projects. Interact with equipment vendors to scope and procure equipment needed for qualification.
Serve as a technical liaison between the facility and equipment vendors/material suppliers. Collaborate with operational leaders to ensure optimal equipment performance across operations. Represent the site's technical interests in external project discussions and provide expertise to cross‑functional initiatives.
Become a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to apply industry knowledge of equipment qualification methodologies in drug substance manufacturing. Ensure all qualifications activities meet cGMP requirements and industry standards.
Attend meetings to gather and report out on issues / opportunities existing on the shop floor.
Actively develop, promote, and implement safe work practices to ensure safe working conditions for all employees.
Context of the Job / Major Challenges
The Manager, Continuous Improvement will identify, investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve issues that impact manufacturing process equipment.
The Manager, Continuous Improvement is tasked with leading change and collaborates with Operations, Quality, Automation, Maintenance and Manufacturing Technology.
The Manager, Continuous Improvement will provide operational and technical input to the Drug Substance Continuous Improvement team by direct participation and integration into factory operations.
The Manager, Continuous Improvement will serve as the subject matter expert (SME) within the team for projects related to manufacturing process equipment.
The Manager, Continuous Improvement will lead small/medium process improvement initiatives and other activities as assigned and assist with troubleshooting of production equipment and may assist with investigating deviations.
The ideal candidate will possess a demonstrated history of successful small project leadership including project planning, resource management, execution, and project closure, experience in customer support, operational excellence, and troubleshooting.
About You Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a regulated (regulatory) environment.
Strong understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Continuous Improvement methodologies, with a proven track record of excellence in a technical or scientific role.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to actively and collaboratively lead cross‑functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Certifications in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies are a plus.
Experience in writing, executing, and following up on equipment qualifications.
Additional technical certifications or training relevant to manufacturing or quality systems are advantageous.
Why Choose Us?
Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future‑focused team.
Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
Enjoy a thoughtful, well‑crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high‑quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender‑neutral parental leave.
Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affidantive Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.
Sanofi US endeavors to make our career center accessible to any and all users. If you are experiencing difficulty and need assistance applying online, please contact the organization’s career center.
Join Sanofi and step into a new era of science - where your growth can be just as transformative as the work we do. We invest in you to reach further, think faster, and do what’s never‑been‑done‑before. You’ll help push boundaries, challenge convention, and build smarter solutions that reach the communities we serve. Ready to chase the miracles of science and improve people’s lives? Let’s Pursue Progress and Discover Extraordinary – together.
At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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