Lead Manufacturing Investigator

Lead Manufacturing Investigator

Join us in utilizing and promoting Human and Organisational Performance principles to help build error-tolerant systems. Be part of a culture that prioritizes the safety and well-being of individuals, teams, and the environment.

Please note: this position is a full-time, max-term contract for 2 years or potentially full-time perm for the right candidate.

What you’ll do

Reporting to the Director Operational Excellence & Strategy, you will act as a subject matter expert on the execution of problem-solving tools and investigations required for significant cross-functional quality events. Responsibilities include:

• Improving compliance and reducing all types of waste through identification and mitigation of risks and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Improving the capability of investigators and their technical writing skills through coaching and training in line with AZ and regulatory requirements, including SMART CAPA’s and significant effectiveness checks

• Driving a site culture of excellence in investigations, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and effective Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA).

Essential for the role

• Degree qualification in a relevant field (engineering, science)

• 5+ years in a GMP environment, preferably pharmaceuticals

• Proven experience in delivering significant change programs to uplift performance

• Excellent communication, influencing, and facilitation skills

• Highly skilled technical writer and ability to coach others

• Experience in handling critical Quality issues.

Desirable for the role 

• Lean six sigma Green belt

• Project management qualification

So, what’s next

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.

• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have a seat available, and we hope it’s yours.

• Please note that all internal applications must be accompanied by a Talent Card. Please see link to assist you with creating your Talent Card https://nucleusvideo.astrazeneca.com/media/t/1_ul5bvxgy/67879971. Please attach this as part of your supporting document.

• If you’re curious to know more, please contact Sylvia Chand.

Where can I find out more?

• Visit AZ Careers Page on https://www.astrazeneca.com.au/

• Our Social Media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/

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Application Open Date: 12 March 2025.

Application Close Date: 11 April 2025.

Location: 47 Talavera Road, North Ryde, NSW 2113.

Salary: 75k base – 120k base + super.

Role Type: Full-time, max-term contract for 2 years or potentially full-time permanent for the right candidate.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.