Packaging/Manufacturing Supervisor

Who we are?

We are a French pharmaceutical industrial group, recognized for making affordable healthcare products that improve and simplify patients’ lives to as many people as possible.

With 30 years of technological expertise, we position ourselves as a world leader in sterile single dose with 10 sites on 4 continents and more than 2000 employees.

Since 2013, our site Unither Manufacturing LLC. based in Rochester (NY), specializes in the manufacture of Blow-Fill-Seal, Liquid Stick-Packs, Pharmaceutical bottles, Tablets and Capsules. It has more than 280 employees.

Your role

Reporting to the Packaging/Manufacturing Manager,

Please note - this is a B-Shift position (3:00pm - 11:30pm)

JOB SUMMARY:

Directs and oversees the production process in operations (Packaging or Manufacturing). Ensures that all phases of production activity are performed in a safe manner and in compliance with GMP and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s). Maintains a management presence in the production areas through the monitoring and control of Production processes. Improves the efficiency of the operation by analyzing and correcting production problems; and coordinating with other departments to ensure scheduling efficiency and batch record audit completion.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Team That Consistently Delivers (30%)

• Provides supervision and direction to staff and coordinates workflow within the work unit, including distributing work, disseminating information, assigning staff to cover for absences, providing technical assistance, answering questions, and resolving problems. Ensures work is scheduled effectively; and checkpoints and controls are set for monitoring progress.

• Monitors subordinates’ attendance. Reviews and approves vacation and leave requests. Authorizes all overtime. Verifies and approves timecards.

• Manages employee performance by clearly defining job responsibilities and standards of performance, providing clear, thorough, timely feedback. Promptly addresses performance problems through corrective action.

• Evaluates and appraises employee’s performance and follows-up with proper documentation.

• Investigates and addresses employee complaints and follows up with Manager, and HR as required.

• Ensures self and staff keep up to date on technical knowledge and developments that impact roles.

• Ensures an effective learning environment by coaching employees, orchestrating learning opportunities, and providing relevant, high-impact feedback.

• Assists in interviewing and hiring for subordinate staff.

• Understands HR policies and practices and uses them to manage employees.

• Conducts ongoing assessment and training needs identification including maintaining the training / skill matrix for assigned shift. Creates learning opportunities for all staff as part of daily operations.

  Production Schedule Achieved (20%)

• Drives effectiveness and efficiency of department by; leading daily production meetings, reviewing performance of last 8–24 hours and coordinating with groups outside the Manufacturing/Packaging Team to obtain or provide information and/or resources (such as personnel and equipment).

• Drives high levels of customer service levels by executing the production schedule -- anticipating and mitigating operational issues through effective planning and communication with management, staff, peers, and support groups including actively communicating corporate, department, and shift to shift information.

  Resources Effectively Deployed (20%)

• Identifies weekly labor requirements and develops a schedule in conjunction with the Manager. Actively participates in covering openings based on unexpected absences and break schedules, etc.

• Coordinates activities with the other shifts according to Production requirements, established priorities, and availability of materials for production.

• Develops and maintains the departmental cross functional training matrix to support production and fill in for vacancies as needed through minimal use of overtime.

• Actively manages (minimize) overtime needed to accomplish schedule.

  GMP/HS&E Compliance & Process Improvements (20%)

• Participates in Safety/GMP Audit Programs.

• Will halt process and immediately notify QA and Manager of any concerns for Product Safety or quality.

• Participates in investigations and prepares PR/Audit documentation as appropriate.

• Ensures stakeholders are appropriately trained on the process and any process changes.

• Identifies and implements opportunities for improvement in GMP, compliance, waste reduction, streamlining processes, etc. while maintaining process effectiveness (e.g. 5S).

• Evaluates effectiveness of SOPs, identifies changes that would enhance processes, and ensures that all change control documentation is implemented.

• Reviews, edits, and approves Operations documents.

  Clean & Safe Work Environment (10%)

• Monitors Production area conditions and ensures that work areas are organized, free from hazards, and that the Production floor is clean.

• Monitors and verifies that all assigned employees, including temporary labor, follow company GMPs, safety regulations, and all general workplace SOPs and practices. Addresses any observed violations and notifies Manager.

• Holds regular safety meetings.

  Your profile

  REQUIRED EDUCATION:

  B.S. degree strongly preferred with 2 years related experience preferably in a pharmaceutical or regulated environment; or

Associate’s degree with 5 years related experience preferably in a pharmaceutical or regulated environment;

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

2 years previous supervisory experience preferred.

SPECIFIC SKILLS:

Ability to lead and maintain adequate level of performance of individuals engaged in job tasks that are highly structured, routine, and repetitive.

Ability to resolve problems and issues to ensure efficient flow of manufacturing operations and work completion.

Basic math skills and ability to understand the metric system required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Must have physical mobility and dexterity to frequently stand, bend, push, twist, kneel, climb, stoop, and reach overhead.

• May drive or operate lifts.

• Works with chemicals, tools, and equipment.

• Pre-employment physical and drug testing required.

• Manufacturing environment with variable but moderately high noise levels (hearing protection recommended).

• Works with controlled substances and hazardous chemicals requiring safe handling and control measures.

• Must wear safety glasses, safety shoes, gloves, and other protective items as required.

• Must wear appropriate garments and coverings per cGMP (uniforms, hair/beard nets, etc.).

• No contact lenses, jewelry (rings, watches, etc.) or make-up are allowed.

• Must be available for flexible schedule and/or overtime. Days and hours of work subject to change due to production schedules.

  Compensation range

  75,000.00 - 85,000.00 USD

  Learn more about us:

  We are a dynamic company driven by a spirit of victory and are therefore pursuing strong growth while maintaining a close relationship with our customers and employees.

  Our culture is based on 5 values: Respect, Responsibility, Trust, Courage and Innovation. We are committed to bringing these values to life with our employees by granting them a high degree of autonomy in the exercise of their profession and by encouraging their initiatives.

  We are committed to providing them with working conditions and atmosphere that is conducive to their development and the expression of their potential.

  We propose you to integrate a site that values the meaning of work and that entrusts our employees with a high level of responsibility.

  Join us and make a difference!