Manufacturing Supervisor

Piramal Pharma Ltd • Sellersville, PA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Piramal Pharma Solutions is a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), offering end-to-end development and manufacturing solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our clients through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe and Asia. This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including Drug Discovery Solutions, Process & Pharmaceutical Development services, Clinical Trial Supplies, Commercial supply of APIs and Finished dosage forms. We also offer specialized services like development and manufacture of Highly Potent APIs and Antibody Drug Conjugation. Our capability as an integrated service provider & experience with various technologies enables us to serve Innovator and Generic companies worldwide.

Position Title: Operations Supervisor
Date: April 2021
Grade: 2A
Dept: Operations
Job Code: N/A
EEO Job Classification: First / Mid-Level Official and Manager
Supervisor’s Title: Superintendent
Location: Sellersville

Position Summary: Leads the team, manages and supports overall Solid Dose Manufacturing and Packaging activities. Ensures the department priorities and daily production schedules are executed and analyzes opportunities for process improvements. Builds, develops and promotes communication and a team environment across all shifts. In this role, the incumbent champions Performance Excellence initiatives and associated change and actively coaches and mentors team.

Requirements

• BS / BA in Business or Sciences preferred with 3-5 years in Quality or Production . (Experience in a Lead or management role)
• Individuals with equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.
• 1 - 3 years of supervisory and/or Lead experience preferred in pharmaceutical, chemical or biochemical manufacturing environment or food manufacturing environment.
• Mathematical and Analytical Skills
• Knowledge of Packaging & Manufacturing Equipment
• Statistical Process Control, Lean Manufacturing Knowledge, cGMPs, MRP, Trackwise, SAP, QUMAS
• Effective written communication skills; messages are clear, concise, tactful and audience appropriate. Demonstrates competence in a variety of written formats and styles: technical, investigative reports, routine business communications/reports, performance related documentation, procedural and instructional material and manuals.
• Good team leadership / mentor skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages and coordinates the activities of the Manufacturing staff. Insures proper training and development is provided so there is an adequate, competent staff to accomplish the required tasks. Insures employees will function successful in a team-based environment. Collaborative, taking a team approach including individuals and departments in the problem solving process.
• Recognize and report when incidents occur. Support the investigation and writing of the investigation. Update SOP’s and support CAPA’s. Train team members on new procedures & practices if applicable.
• Creates awareness of the importance of a safety and quality focused working environment through coaching, training, on the floor presence/awareness, cGMP compliance, safety guidelines and SOPs.
• Provides guidance to ensure all SOPs, JOB Aids (WI & SEI’s), Batch Records and Logbooks are in compliance with the cGMP regulations and correctly instruct & document the activities performed in the department.
• Provides technical support in identifying and implementing process improvements, work efficiencies and other cost effective changes. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement through process observation. Teaches and encourages others to do the same.
• Reviews, organizes and assists in the planning of the daily production schedules to ensure compliance with department and company goals. Ascertains product data such as types, quantities and specifications of products and scheduled delivery date.
• Assists with the preparation of the department operating plan/budget, insuring operational goals are met. Monitors and controls costs in accordance with approved budget.
• Conducts regular reviews of products to insure quality standards are maintained and GMPs are enforced. Responds to customer complaints.
• Builds productive, trusting, respectful relationships at all levels in the organization and must consistently act as a team player.
• Follows Piramal Pharma Solutions Safety, Health, and Environmental policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned or as business needs require.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.
• Prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin or ethnicity, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
• Employment decisions are based on merit considering qualifications, skills, performance, and achievements.
• Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, selection, training, social programs, placement, promotion, demotion, compensation and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level