Head Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T)

Primary Objective of Position: The Head of MS & T is responsible for the operational technical leadership to ensure product reliability, portfolio growth, and cost competitiveness (via leading technical programs including New Product Introduction, Process & Formulation Improvements, Alternate Supplier Development, etc.) for the products manufactured in Pakistan (in Abbott sites and TPM) in coordination with Regional MS&T and I&D. Additionally, he/she is required to translate high-level objectives into detailed technical plans, execute the plan (individually and/or through others), and update the cross-functional project team on key technical and timeline risks. Major Responsibilities:

• Ensure the following activities in his/her area of responsibilities:
• Leading risk/failure mode assessment, test method development, process development, and performance and safety testing for early feasibility products.
• Leading key aspects of the Advanced Development (early feasibility) process.
• Driving results in the technical team addressing key deliverables or project risks.
• Hands-on ownership of design and process from product ideation through hand-off to the concept through process validation.
• Support Corporate Vision and Strategy to build MS & T capability for local business support as well as extending support to METAP Sites.
• Establish project goals and priorities by collaborating with Marketing and Operations.
• Transfer new technologies, products, and manufacturing processes into and out of the site in coordination with MS&T and I&D.
• Research, design, and evaluate materials, assemblies, processes, and equipment.
• Suggest training tools to enhance employee performance and skill development.
• Monitor team metrics and objectives ensuring the meeting of goals.
• Document all phases of research and development. Oversee complex research projects, analyze results, and provide recommendations based on findings.
• Assess the scope of research projects and ensure they are on time and within budget.
• Staff resource need assessment, talent identification, and staff hiring to ensure the right people for required tasks are available.
• Identification of capital items and budget preparation for MS & T operations.
• Technical support to affiliates for Continuous Improvement Projects, as required.
• Technical support to Abbott TPM team for FLQR Package review in line with MS&T protocol.
• Technical support for Alternate Material Source Development by participating in risk assessment and recommending implementation strategy to Quality and Material Management team.
• Review and approve technical proposals, packages, and other related documents prepared in MS & T as related to New Make products, Formulation Improvement, Process Improvement, Tech Transfer, and Tech Recommendations.

• Product formulation and process knowledge.
• Technical risk assessment tools and methodology.
• Project Management.
• More than 10 years of experience in the relevant field.
• Pharm - D/PhD.