Associate Director* Modular Manufacturing Design & Implementation

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Who we are:
We are a global immunotherapy company. Our 5,000+ colleagues globally are committed to improving the health of people worldwide with our fundamental research utilizing the full potential of the immune system to fight cancer, infectious diseases and other serious diseases. We leveraged our mRNA technology to develop a COVID-19 vaccine which became the first mRNA drug approved for human use.
 
What we do with the BioNTainers:
We want to improve healthcare by making our innovations accessible worldwide. Therefore, we developed the first modular mRNA-manufacturing facilities based on a container solution called “BioNTainers”.  The aim is to build a regional manufacturing network in Africa, with Africa, for Africa.
 
Why we need you:
The BioNTainers will be equipped to produce a range of mRNA-based vaccines targeted towards the needs of African Union member states. You will become part of the regional staffing team, driving the establishment of the regional African end-to-end mRNA manufacturing network.

Associate Director* Modular Manufacturing Design & Implementation 

We are seeking an experienced Modular Manufacturing Professional to lead our company's efforts in developing and implementing new modular manufacturing concepts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in production equipment modeling, value engineering, and operations and maintenance. They will be responsible for managing changes to the design documents throughout the execution phase and ensuring detailed planning for production start of all building systems to support both R&D and GxP operations.

Responsibilities:

• Drive the development of the capacity modeling for production equipment
• Drive the development of the capacity vs. demand analysis for utilities
• Review all utility information to ensure that design scope meets the Business Unit needs
• Continuously implement value engineering processes over the course of the project
• Review proposed schedule changes against the current project schedule and contracted schedules of deliverables against project needs
• Serve as the project focal point for ensuring operations and maintenance are in line with project requirements
• Develop and design new modular manufacturing concepts
• Ensure detailed planning for production start of all building systems to support both R&D and GxP operations
• Manage changes to the design documents throughout the execution phase and support reconciliation with the cost report and schedule
• Ensure necessary data, review, and feedback to all scopes of work, logistics, and project-specific conditions to assure alignment with Modular Manufacturing organization requirements
• Define and implement a project Document Control process and construction document management platform
• Include pertinent lessons learned from other relevant projects for consideration and develop a project lessons learned process
• Domestic and international travel may be required up to 50% of the time for business requirements and temporary project assignments (up to six months at a time)

Qualifications:

• Master of Science in process, mechanical, or civil engineering with management background (MBA/Industrial Engineering/Management)
• 7+ years of experience in modular manufacturing and project management
• Academic study or experience in “Implementation Strategies for Modular Production Systems in the Pharmaceutical Industry”.
• Experience in the delivery of international CAPEX projects (+100m €) in the pharmaceutical or process industry within cross-functional and -cultural teams
• Profound know-how in development of modular design concepts strategies
• Project management skills including project initiation, resource planning, budget control, and communication 
• Analytical Problem Solving - Ability to identify problems, define problem statements clearly and drive resolution through sound and systematic application of technical knowledge. Innovative and effective in solution development, risk management, and execution.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits for you:

We offer a competitive compensation package which will be determined by the contract type and selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.

How to apply: 

Apply now and simply send us your application documents including Curriculum Vitae, copy of ID, copies of degree certificates and professional certificates, motivation letter as well as your contact details by using our online form.

Please note: 

• Only applications sent via our online form shall be considered.
• Only Candidates with the right qualifications and relevant experience shall be shortlisted and
• Incomplete applications shall be rejected.
• Please note that BioNTech will run a background check during the hiring process

We are looking forward receiving your application.

*BioNTech does not tolerate discrimination, favoritism, or harassment based on gender, political opinion, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or social origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, physical appearance, health status or any other aspect of personal status. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Most important – it’s a match!

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