2nd Shift Manufacturing Line Leader

Cipla South Africa • Hauppauge, NY

283d • $22 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this role is to assist in manufacturing metered dose inhalation (MDI) products in a pharmaceutical manufacturing company. The Manufacturing Line Leader position is a group contributor role and reporting to Supervisor or Manager of Manufacturing Operations at InvaGen/Cipla New York.

Requirements

• High school diploma/Vocational certification or equivalent with minimum 1-year supervisory experience required.
• Minimum one (1) year of manufacturing experience required.
• Understanding of machines used in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Proficient in the English language (speaking/reading/writing) to understand work instructions and document results.
• Knowledge of fundamental cGMP and regulatory requirements in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Basic understanding of mechanical machinery and the operating principles of control systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in team environments.
• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Good knowledge of Health and Safety procedures including OSHA.
• Strong mathematical and organizational skills.
• Basic proficiency in computer skills and software applications such as Microsoft Office tools.

Nice To Haves

• An associate or bachelor’s degree in pharmaceutical engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related field of study from an accredited college/university is preferred.
• Experience using SAP business system and applications is a plus.
• Experience in Inhalation products (MDI) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Organize and oversee the activities related to the manufacturing of MDIs to include delivery of in-process samples in a defined schedule.
• Review and compile the documents generated during the production of MDIs such as Batch Manufacturing Record (BMR), PQ protocols.
• Make equipment part list required for machine, and support supervisor to order it.
• Assign work to operators according to product schedule.
• Make sure to transfer request of product material batches from warehouse to Manufacturing and vice versa.
• Ensure attendance of operators in shift and adherence to shift schedule.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, productivity, and performance expectations and execution of manufacturing operations.
• Review batch record after finishing each step for correctness.
• Provide support to the operators in regarding day-to-day production activities such as troubleshooting and other work tasks.
• Assist supervisor in investigation of deviations and closure of CAPA’s.
• Schedule cleaning validation with request as required for equipment.
• Support supervisor as needed to day-to-day activity to achieve productivity and compliance.
• Coordinate to implementation of current good manufacturing practices (cGMP) and safety practices in the operations and manufacturing of products.
• Ensure to maintain cleanliness working environment.
• Ensure EHS compliance. Use of appropriate PPE as per activity.
• Work closely with Manufacturing Supervisor for Driving operational excellence and flawless execution in order to achieve site quality and manufacturing objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Hourly Range: $22 -25/hour DOE
• Full-Time, Non-Exempt/Hourly Professional

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED