Manufacturing Manager/TL

Zoetis•Charles City, IA

About The Position

The Manufacturing Manager directs and coordinates daily operations across the Blending, Filling, Capping, and Lyophilization manufacturing areas, which operate on three shifts. The role is responsible for continuously improving product quality, productivity, cost, delivery, production schedule attainment, safety, and cGMP compliance. It provides direct supervision to Manufacturing Team Leaders and Process Specialists and indirect supervision to shop-floor Operators. The position works with site management and cross-functional partners to set and deliver production goals, plan and coordinate operations, address operational and quality issues, support validation, maintain safe and compliant operations, and develop a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. It also manages departmental budgets, production absorption, product costs, cost improvement projects, and bill-of-material accuracy.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science with 9–13 years of experience, or MBA/MS with 7–11 years of experience within multiple site departments.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Virology, Immunology, or a related technical field.
Strong technical and analytical skills and a high degree of personal motivation.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Solid understanding of manufacturing operations and process equipment.
Relevant manufacturing or analytical experience in microbiology, biology, engineering, or another scientific discipline.
Demonstrated commitment to Zoetis Core Beliefs and leadership competencies.
Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and motivate teams and interact positively with colleagues, including senior leadership.
Excellent organizational and planning skills.
Practical and decisive decision-making ability.
Ability to methodically perform tasks associated with production processes.
Proven leadership skills and demonstrated transformation success in departments within the role’s span of control.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated results from continuous-improvement initiatives.
Commitment to obtain Green Belt certification within one year of training if not already certified.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to make effective use of downtime in coordination with maintenance and other functions.
Ability to work with mathematical and statistical concepts, including calculations involving whole numbers, fractions, decimals, rates, ratios, and percentages, and to draw or interpret bar graphs.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and handle abstract and contract variables.
Thorough knowledge of 9 CFR and EU regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices, and Good Laboratory Practices.
Ability to walk, sit, or stand for long periods and wear a respirator.
Ability to reach above shoulder level, bend or stoop, kneel, push or pull, and handle or grip frequently.
Ability to work a scheduled 40-hour week and overtime as needed.
Ability to frequently lift and carry 5–25 pounds and lift up to 25 pounds.
Ability to perform regular reaching, bending, stooping, and twisting, and repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movements.

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of production systems and production-document outlines.

Responsibilities

Partner with site management to establish specific production goals and deliverables.
Align production groups with site goals and schedule, plan, coordinate, and organize operations to meet or exceed production goals.
Establish and measure production department performance and lead process-improvement efforts.
Analyze production, quality-control, maintenance, and operational data to identify root causes of product-specification nonconformities and operational issues, and develop corrective action plans.
Coordinate production with support functions, including purchasing, planning, maintenance, quality control, and safety.
Support validation processes.
Promote accountability and continuous improvement by setting expectations, managing performance, and maintaining open communication.
Maintain safe operations and ensure the safety of personnel and equipment.
Ensure manufactured products meet or exceed specifications.
Manage departmental ZIPs, QARs, and CAPAs; author QAR investigations and reports as needed using Right First Time tools and scientific reasoning.
Oversee maintenance scheduling, planning, and prioritization.
Ensure compliance with corporate standards and state and federal regulations.
Maintain plant housekeeping.
Deliver training needed to maintain current and new operator certifications.
Apply Six Sigma and Lean concepts, ensure colleagues are trained in and use these tools, and continuously improve operations, cost, quality, and safety.
Manage the departmental budget, production absorption, and product costs.
Deliver Cost Improvement Projects.
Manage bill-of-material accuracy, including materials, labor, and overtime hours.
Directly supervise Team Leaders and Process Specialists and indirectly supervise shop-floor Operators through task assignment, skill development, and enforcement of standard work.