Lead Operations Technician

Merck•De Soto, KS

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are recruiting for an Operational Coach (Lead) position within the Central Services department in our Production Operations Team. The Operational Coach will primarily support the team by focusing on leadership and coaching at the team level, as well as productivity and performance within the scope of their own team.

Requirements

High School diploma with three (3) years in a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing role
Adaptability
Autoclaving
Cell Culture Process Development
Change Request Management
Collaborative Development
Data Analysis
Driving Continuous Improvement
Filtering Equipment
Global Manufacturing
GMP Compliance
Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs)
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Healthcare Innovation
Investigation Procedures
Leadership
Liquid Chromatography (LC)
Manufacturing Documentation
Manufacturing Quality Control
Media Preparation
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Process Control
Production Processes
Production Scheduling
Quality Assurance (QA)

Nice To Haves

BSc Degree in a relevant scientific discipline with two (2) years in a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing role.

Responsibilities

Models Company leadership principles and inclusive behaviors
Provides coaching and supports skills development and process capabilities within their team
Supports effective feedback and coaching within the team during the Performance Management cycle
Ensuring all operators receive appropriate training for all assigned tasks
Supports the effective performance management of individuals in their teams
Demonstrates a strong compliance mind-set (EHS and Quality) and continuously sets a high standard for themselves and others
Follows safe operating instructions for all tasks and equipment
Ensures that the right tools and equipment specified for the task are available and utilized
Ensures that the correct personal protective equipment required is available and utilized
To follow up any reported defects or workplace hazards immediately
To report all accidents, incidents and near misses within 24 hours and to participate in investigation and identification of effective corrective and preventative actions
Supports the on-time completion of Quality compliance tasks in relation to Deviation, CAPA and Change Control management
Is responsible for all aspects of Quality Assurance including cGMP, RFT and good documentation practices and provides coaching to others
Supports the update, review and approval of GMP documentation including SOP's and MD's
Manages the Daily, Weekly and Monthly schedule adherence of production activities within their department
Build and maintain strong collaborations with different stakeholders throughout the Site Operations such as BTS, Engineering, Quality and R&D
Supports the Manufacturing Operations Teams in creating a culture of continuous improvement and leads by example
Supports initiatives for stabilizing and improving production processes
Supports the effective application of Lean Six Sigma, Project Management and Change Management Tools
Drives the facilitation of an effective Tier 1 Meeting, including, but not limited to: A visual status of training within the department, A visual status of the completion of compliance tasks, A visual status of schedule adherence, Communication of key issues impacting the team
Recognizes and investigates opportunities for financial savings