Global Operational Process Lead

Would you like to play a key role in shaping the future of assembly process standardization at Novo Nordisk? Join our global team as an Operational Process Lead and be part of a pioneering initiative to establish and maintain global standards across our production sites.

The Position

As the Global Operational Process Lead for Assembly, you will be at the forefront of driving process standardization across our Finished Products (FP) manufacturing network. This is a strategic role where you will act as the voice of operations, bridging the gap between shopfloor insights and strategic project implementation.

You will collaborate closely with stakeholders at both local and global levels, working with the Assembly Process Manager and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process optimization and ensure consistent application of assembly standards across our global sites.

The position provides an opportunity to be part of a global function where you can work from any Novo Nordisk site, it could be a Danish site but also an international site.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Driving the implementation of standard processes across all assembly lines, ensuring alignment and consistency globally.
• Acting as a liaison between production sites and process groups, translating strategic initiatives into actionable plans at the shopfloor level.
• Analyzing current processes to identify inefficiencies, risks, and areas for improvement, and developing mitigation strategies.
• Collaborating with the Assembly Process Manager and other stakeholders to support continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Engaging with stakeholders across the FP network, particularly those at key sites such as Clayton (US), Chartres (France) and Hillerød (Denmark), to foster alignment and build strong working relationships.
• Leading and coordinating the roll-out of upgrades and new assembly standards to maintain global consistency.
• Travel to other production sites in Europe, North America, and Asia will be required to ensure alignment and maintain close connections with local teams.

Qualifications

We expect the ideal candidate will have:

• A MSc or equivalent in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience within manufacturing, with at least some experience in GxP-regulated assembly processes.
• Proven track record in project management within a global stakeholder landscape.
• Experience in leadership or indirect leadership roles within production settings.
• Demonstrated ability to drive standardization initiatives across multiple sites.
• Experience working in a GxP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in English at a professional level.

On a personal note, you are a proactive and ambitious leader who thrives in fast-paced environments. You possess strong stakeholder management and networking skills and have a keen interest in shaping and establishing new functions within a global organization.

About the Department

You will join FPM Engineering, a global team within Finished Product Manufacturing (FPM) responsible for supporting and optimizing assembly and packaging processes across Novo Nordisk’s production network. Our mission is to drive standardization, promote best practices, and enhance operational excellence to ensure seamless production of life-saving products for patients worldwide.

At FPM Engineering, we work collaboratively to implement new technologies, elevate process standards, and drive continuous improvement across our global sites. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping a newly established function and making a lasting impact on our global operations. 

Working at Novo Nordisk

We are a proud life-science company, and life is our reason to exist. We’re inspired by life in all its forms and shapes, ups and downs, opportunities and challenges. For employees at Novo Nordisk, life means many things – from the building blocks of life that form the basis of ground-breaking scientific research, to our rich personal lives that motivate and energise us to perform our best at work. Ultimately, life is why we’re all here - to ensure that people can lead a life independent of chronic disease.

Contact

For further information, please contact Mikala Lindbæk Stormly (Director) at msry@novonordisk.com or +45-30753765.

Deadline

25 May 2025

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We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. 

At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.