Manager, Packaging Mechanics

Adare Pharma Solutions Recruiting Team•Philadelphia, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager for the Packaging Mechanics is responsible for the efficient, effective, and safe operation and up-keep of all packaging equipment throughout the facility. This role is responsible for leading an experienced team of Mechanics, Preventative Maintenance scheduling, vendor management and interaction, and oversight of special projects while ensuring utmost safety of the team and compliance to cGMPs.

Requirements

Degree or certification preferred and 5+ years supervisory experience in manufacturing or packaging operations, engineering, or management, preferably in the pharmaceutical, chemical or similar industries.
GMP Experience a must
Experience directly leading and mentoring teams, and overseeing hourly employees
Strong Project Management acumen
Knowledge of bottle and blister packaging machine mechanics
Experience with solvent/hazardous based processing preferred.
Strong interpersonal written and oral communication skills
Competent in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Ability to coordinate, contribute to and work within a cross-functional team.
Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Able to prioritize duties and manage multiple projects from start to finish with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Experience with solvent/hazardous based processing preferred.

Responsibilities

Manages and leads all Packaging Mechanics
Plans and schedules work distribution and load, supervises activities of technicians and contractors in various craft and trade shops to ensure compliance and on time completion.
Optimizes Packaging equipment performance and utilization.
System Matter Expert (SME) for all Preventative Maintenance and reporting, including ownership of Preventative Maintenance scheduling.
Provide input on work hours needed per project volume and mechanic’s skills capabilities
Mentor and develop Mechanics to successfully upskill and provide continuous improvement initiatives
Develops, updates, and implements predictive and preventive maintenance programs and SOPs.
Ensures compliance to cGMP and EH&S guidelines and policies including site PSM processes.
Handling Quality Incident Reports as they pertain to Maintenance
Manages onsite Contractors (including landscaping, snow removal, equipment repair, etc.) and activities to ensure safe work practices and compliance with all site cGMP requirements.
Ensure all annual services are completed for all critical safety systems such as fire & and equipment certifications.
Coordinate with other departments (e.g Manufacturing, QA/QC, Validation) to implement site changes.
Promote and insure implementation of cost control, quality improvement, and safety programs.
Establishes training programs or policy to make sure technicians continue to improve technical skills and stay current with SOPs.
Upholds Company policies, including the Professional Conduct Policy and Prohibition Against Harassment Policy, and the Business Ethics and Conduct Code
Works on special assignments and other activities as required by the Engineering Department.
Assists other staff in the facility with inspectors from the DEA, FDA, etc., where requested
Other groups or agencies as assigned or as they present themselves