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Band Level 4 Job Description Summary Internal Job Title = Head, Production Support & Continuous Improvement #LI-Onsite Location: Millburn, NJ, USA Relocation Support: This role is based in Millburn, NJ, USA. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible. At Novartis, we are pioneering the future of cancer treatment through Radioligand Therapy (RLT) - a powerful fusion of nuclear medicine and precision oncology. As we expand our global RLT manufacturing footprint, we are seeking passionate, purpose‑driven individuals to join our mission of delivering life‑changing therapies to patients around the world. In this role, you’ll lead a high‑performing Production Support and Continuous Improvement team to elevate on‑time, right‑first‑time manufacturing. You’ll champion a culture of safety, quality, and inclusion, orchestrate cross‑functional problem‑solving, and translate insights into streamlined processes that reduce variability and accelerate delivery. Your leadership will strengthen inspection readiness and introduce smart, lean practices that unlock sustained productivity—so every batch we release moves patients closer to better outcomes. Job Description Key Responsibilities: Lead the site Production Support team, Project Management, and Operational Excellence initiatives to achieve site goals. Oversee project timelines and budgets while ensuring clear communication across internal and external partners. Responsible for Production Support Budget planning, execution and adherence. Ensure effective oversight of production-related investigations (deviations, OOS, OOE, OOT, CAPAs, and trending) and Change Control systems. Communicate status and issues clearly, assess associated risks, analyze deviation and event trends, and drive timely resolution through defined action plans. Manage timelines and deliverables for technology transfer, process development, and other projects executed at site and CMOs. Optimize manufacturing workflows through continuous improvement and corrective action implementation. Serve as subject matter expert on product and process knowledge to support Annual Quality Product Reviews and drive innovation. Establish and maintain full compliance with cGMPs and Environmental Health and Safety standards. Maintain the master manufacturing documents for assigned products (e.g., Master Batch Record, Bill of Material (BOM) & Recipe, Quality Risk Assessment). Prepare for and participate in health authorities’ inspections and internal audits. Essential Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience. 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, quality, or another technical function within the pharmaceutical industry. Proven leadership experience with the ability to guide, develop, and motivate teams. Strong communication, analytical, and problem‑solving capabilities to support decision‑making in a regulated environment. Demonstrated experience collaborating effectively across functions and sites to deliver on shared objectives. Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice requirements and continuous improvement methodologies applied in regulated operations. Desirable Requirements Experience in radiopharmaceutical manufacturing or Radioligand Therapy environments. The salary for this position is expected to range between $108,500 and $201,500 per year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors. Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves. To learn more about the culture, rewards and benefits we offer our people click here. EEO Statement: The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential. Accessibility and reasonable accommodations The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to tas.nacomms@novartis.com call +1 (877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message. https://www.novartis.com/careers/careers-research/notice-all-applicants-us-job-openings Salary Range $108,500.00 - $201,500.00 Skills Desired Assembly Language (ASM), Change Controls, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Continual Improvement Process, Efficiency, General Hse Knowledge , Good Documentation Practice, Knowledge Of Capa, Knowledge Of Gmp, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Production, Process Control, Productivity, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Six Sigma, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Teamwork, Technology Transfer, Web Methods Flow, Workforce Planning Improving the lives of people living with disease takes more than innovative science. It takes a focus on the needs of people and a community committed to meeting them. It takes a team of people like you. Working together. Learning together. Thriving together. Discover how you can join us in changing people’s lives. 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