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Amgen Continuous Improvement Lead – Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) in Hyderabad, India
ABOUT THE ROLE
Amgen is seeking a Continuous Improvement Lead – Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) to join the Engineering Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) Center of Excellence (CoE). In this role, you will lead continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen digital enablement, process standardization, and operational excellence supporting Engineering commissioning and qualification programs.
This role focuses on advancing the use of Kneat and other digital validation and documentation tools to enhance C&Q execution, documentation quality, compliance, and inspection readiness across Engineering projects and manufacturing facilities. The Continuous Improvement lead will drive improvements to processes, tools, and standards that enable efficient and scalable commissioning and qualification practices.
This role helps establish and govern standardized C&Q processes, digital tools, and best practices that support consistent execution across Engineering projects and sites.
The role partners closely with Engineering, Automation, Validation, Quality, Manufacturing, Facilities, Digital Technology, and Project teams to identify opportunities for improvement, implement digital solutions, and standardize C&Q practices across Amgen’s operations.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on C&Q document preparation, digital C&Q execution, and process standardization
Establishandmaintaingovernance for C&Q digital tools, documentation standards, and continuous improvement initiatives across Engineering projects and sites
Drive optimization, governance, and adoption ofKneatand other digital validation toolsacross Engineering projects and manufacturing sites
Develop andmaintainstandardized templates, workflows, and best practices supporting digital commissioning and qualification execution
Partner with Engineering, Validation, Quality, Manufacturing, Facilities, and Digital Technology teams toidentifyand implement process and technology improvements
Establishandmonitorperformance metrics and reporting to measure efficiency, documentation quality, and program effectiveness
Analyze operational data and program metrics toidentifyopportunities to improve efficiency, compliance, and execution consistency
Lead implementation and adoption of standardized C&Q practices, templates, and procedures across Engineering projects and sites
Provide training, coaching, and user support forKneatand other digital tools used in C&Q execution
Ensure digital processes and documentation practices align with GMP requirements, data integrity standards, and regulatory expectations
Provide leadership and direction for continuous improvement initiatives across the Commissioning & Qualification Center of Excellence
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence within the C&Q Center of Excellence
PREFERRED/GOOD TO HAVE QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
Bachelors or Masters degree
8-13 Years of work experience in the relevant field
Experience implementing or supportingdigital transformation initiatives within Engineering, Validation, or Technical Operations environments
Knowledge ofASTM E2500, ISPE guidance, or modern risk-based commissioning and qualification approaches
Experience driving cross-site or global process standardization initiatives
Experiencein GMP commissioning, qualification, validation, or technical operations in a regulated pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment
Experience implementing or supportingKneator other electronic validation / digital documentation platforms
Experience leading continuous improvement, digital enablement, or process standardization initiatives across engineering or technical operations programs
Experience developing metrics, dashboards, or reporting tools usingPowerBI, Tableau, Smartsheet, or similar analytics platforms
Strong understanding of risk-based qualification methodologies and lifecycle validation approaches
Strong knowledge of GMP documentation practices, data integrity expectations, and inspection readiness principles
Experience developing or implementing standardized templates, processes, and governance practices supporting commissioning and qualification programs
Experience collaborating across Engineering, Validation, Quality, Manufacturing, Facilities, and Digital Technology organizations
Experience supporting commissioning and qualification activities in one or more of the following areas: drug substance, drug product, packaging, or facilities and utilities
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive adoption of new processes or tools