Operations Specialist

· University degree in life sciences (biology, biotechnology, biochemistry, veterinary, pharmacy or equivalent)

· Experience in the pharmaceutical industry or equivalent production environments

· Experience in laboratory and industrial scale work environments

· Ability for decision-making, analysis, and autonomous problem-solving

· Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

· Availability to work afternoon shifts and/or weekends as needed

· Proficiency in Office suite, SAP user level

· Ability for fluent communication, both written and spoken, in Spanish and English

· Availability to travel as required

· Ability for communication and work in multidisciplinary teams

· Project management.

· Work experience in international environments

· Knowledge of MPS tools

· Continuous improvement mindset

· Experience in MS Project project management tools will be valued.

· Experience in production with embryonated egg technology, cell cultures, vaccines, emulsions, diluents or similar will be valued.

Job Description

The Bioprocess Technology & Solutions Salamanca department needs to fill a Specialist (P2) position who, together with the department manager, will carry out the projects and activities assigned to meet the company's strategy, as well as all the tasks necessary for the correct maintenance and management of the department.

The main responsibilities of the position, although they are not limited solely to them, are:

· End-to-end management with high autonomy of assigned projects

· Management of work areas in relation to validations, qualifications, maintenance and/or any aspect related to the correct functioning of the area

· Providing technical assistance to the departments of our plant in Salamanca

· Writing and reviewing technical reports

· Writing and reviewing GMP procedures

· Management of change controls and execution of tasks

· Management of events and CAPAs

· Management of Department assets

· Carrying out studies in laboratory, manufacturing and/or administrative areas

· Working together with the BTS team to identify and eliminate risks to the safety of the department and/or colleagues at the Salamanca Plant

· Supporting specific needs to meet the objectives of the department, the Salamanca Plant, and the required global organizations.

· Application of MPS tools

· Application of Inclusion and Diversity principles in all facets of the position

Adaptability, cGMP Compliance, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Management, Equipment Set Up, Lean Manufacturing Tools, Process Monitoring, Process Troubleshooting, Regulatory Compliance, Teamwork, Training and Development, Visual Management

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10/29/2026