Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company, is looking for an MSAT Tech Transfer - Process Engineer to join the Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) team. In this role, you will be responsible for industrial technology transfer and scale-up projects for new molecules in upstream (USP) and downstream (DSP) production of monoclonal antibodies (Mab). You will provide scientific and technical support to the Production teams while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
What You'll Do
- Ensure the technical and organizational feasibility of process transfer to production, guaranteeing robustness, timeline, cost, safety, regulatory, and documentation aspects.
- Define the needs for materials and consumables for a production batch.
- Provide scientific/technical expertise during the technology transfer phase of new processes and during routine manufacturing.
- Ensure close collaboration with manufacturing teams on the shop floor to support batches (e.g., introduction of new technologies or processes, technical support for problems).
- Produce operational and technical documents (protocols, reports, plans, procedures, etc.) related to technology transfer, process monitoring, and process improvement.
- Propose ideas and work cross-functionally with development/production teams to develop new technologies and implement new equipment; participate in project meetings and act as the reference for production follow-up.
- Contribute to the development of schedules for writing documents associated with projects.
- Proactively lead investigations following complex production deviations during the introduction of new products and during routine manufacturing operations.
- Implement changes and continuous improvement activities (Change Control, CAPA).
- Ensure process robustness and promote standardization of practices through your solid technical and scientific skills.
What We're Looking For
- Bac +5 level in a scientific field.
- Strong technical knowledge in Cell Culture Production (USP) and/or Purification (DSP) for biotechnology products (Mab).
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in an MSAT department or in pharmaceutical production/development.
- Ability to work according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- Proficiency in communication and project management tools.
- Mastery of Microsoft Office programs, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Proficiency in Professional English (ability to produce texts in English and communicate regularly with foreign counterparts).
- Excellent interpersonal skills to interact constructively with various stakeholders.
- Ability to propose ideas.
- Capacity to support change and work in a changing environment.
Technical Stack
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Team & Environment
You will join the MSAT (Manufacturing Science and Technology) team.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position based in Martillac (33).
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