Process Leader – Sterile Manufacturing

Job title:

Process Leader – Sterile Manufacturing

Company

UCB

Job description

Make your mark for patientsWe are looking for a Process Lead Fill & Finish who is visionary, results-driven, and technically skilled to join our Large Capital Projects Delivery team, based at our UCB campus in Braine-l’Alleud, Wallonia, Belgium.About the RoleYou will lead the development of a new state-of-the-art sterile injectables manufacturing facility as part of a strategic €200M+ investment program. You’re going to oversee the design, integration, and qualification of all process equipment, ensuring operational excellence and regulatory compliance.Who You’ll Work WithYou’ll collaborate with internal experts, external partners, suppliers, and cross-functional teams (quality, automation, engineering) to ensure project success. You will act as the primary point of contact for all Fill & Finish process decisions.What You’ll Do

• Define and design aseptic filling and visual inspection equipment
• Be responsible for digital integration and GxP compliance of process systems
• Manage process design, qualification, and validation phases
• Lead technical reviews (HAZOP, FMEA, QRA) and support regulatory audits
• Mentor and coach project team members
• Ensure operational readiness and smooth transition to manufacturing

Interested? For this role, we’re looking for the following education, experience, and skills

• Degree in engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or related field (Master or PhD)
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in CAPEX projects in biotech/pharma industry
• Expertise in aseptic filling, visual inspection, and sterile equipment
• Knowledge of digital tools and automation for smart manufacturing
• PMP or equivalent project management certification
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Are you ready to ‘go beyond’ to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!About us
UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are around 8,500 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.Why work with us?
At UCB, we don’t just complete tasks, we create value. We aren’t afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We ‘go beyond’ to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that’s on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on EMEA-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.

Expected salary

Location

Eigenbrakel, Waals Brabant

Job date

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 07:21:40 GMT

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