Lead Production Technician - ILP 1st Shift

Quva • Sugar Land, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Production Technician – ILP oversees planning, scheduling, staffing, and daily execution of inspection, labeling, and packaging for compounded sterile products (CSPs), bulk bags, and non-sterile solutions. The role coordinates people and equipment, maintains line controls, ensures required documentation and batch records are completed promptly, and supports safe operations in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (21 CFR 210 and 211), company policies, and procedures.

The Lead provides procedural and product guidance to team members, supports cross-functional projects, helps develop production plans and schedules, and coordinates materials and staffing to meet processing and delivery timelines. The role also supports investigations, process improvements, equipment operation, cleaning, training, departmental metrics, and site management as directed.

This is a full-time, on-site position at the Sugar Land, Texas location, working a consistent Monday-through-Friday first-shift schedule from 5:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Minimum overtime requirements apply; occasional weekend and overtime opportunities may be available with advance notice. The position is safety-sensitive and may be subject to random drug testing in accordance with applicable laws.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED from a recognized institution or organization.
• At least 1 year of pharmaceutical manufacturing experience or labeling and/or packaging experience.
• Train-the-trainer qualified.
• Must pass a color perception exam.
• Must pass a vision exam demonstrating 20/20 vision with or without correction.
• Ability to work competently on all lines.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to successfully complete a drug and background check.
• Must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; Quva will not sponsor work visas.
• Good time management and ability to use time productively.
• Ability to recognize priorities and take appropriate follow-up action.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Ability to work with co-workers across teams and levels to achieve desired outcomes.
• Commitment to improving efficiency without compromising quality.
• Good decision-making skills.
• Mechanically inclined and engaged in implementing innovative technologies and innovation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with basic ERP system operation.
• Excellent interpersonal and team-oriented skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inspection, labeling, packaging, scheduling, processing, and completion of finishing activities for CSPs, bulk bags, and non-sterile solutions.
• Coordinate daily staffing, work schedules, people, equipment, and production activities.
• Maintain proper line controls and ensure required documentation and batch records are available and completed in a timely manner.
• Serve as a knowledgeable resource for team members on products and procedures and as a subject-matter expert for cross-functional project teams.
• Coordinate with label printing teams to maintain label inventory and escalate issues that may affect production targets.
• Support development of weekly ILP plans and schedules.
• Perform and participate in investigations involving non-conforming products or execution of procedures.
• Communicate with Operations, Quality, Receiving/Shipping, and other functional support staff.
• Coordinate timely transport and processing of materials in accordance with internal procedures and established timelines.
• Identify process improvements and promote continuous improvement.
• Resolve and immediately escalate non-routine incidents.
• Ensure processing rooms are cleaned according to procedures.
• Assist site management as directed.
• Conduct initial and ongoing operator training, demonstrate techniques, coach employees, track development, complete training documentation, advise management of progress, and attend training meetings.
• Prepare daily departmental metrics to assess team performance at the end of the shift.
• Ensure process equipment operates properly in accordance with internal policies and procedures.
• Escalate information to supervision about individuals who call in or arrive late to the line.
• Maintain accurate documentation and complete processing records.
• Dress in accordance with internal policy and operating procedures.
• Support training as needed and promote a positive company culture.
• Apply updated company policies, procedures, and operating standards.
• Create or revise training plans to meet objectives, milestones, and resource considerations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement program with company match.
• 17 paid days off plus 8 paid holidays per year.
• Set, full-time, consistent work schedule.
• Occasional weekend and overtime opportunities with advance notice.
• Career advancement opportunities at a national, industry-leading high-growth company.

What This Job Offers

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