Packaging Equipment & Maintenance Supervisor

Tris Pharma Inc•South Brunswick, NJ

4d•$90,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Packaging Equipment and Maintenance Supervisor will supervise, support, and assist [AP1] Packaging Mechanics to ensure efficient packaging of goods by performing packaging equipment maintenance including, but not limited to: troubleshooting, repair, upgrade, preventive maintenance (PM), etc. on various types of packaging equipment including (i.e. fillers, cappers, labelers, cartoners, bundlers, shrink wrappers, etc.) in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requirements. The incumbent manages the day-to-day maintenance, safety, scheduling, compliance and training activities to meet manufacturing requirements including deadlines and scheduled activities. She/he is also responsible for adequate staffing of the department and for providing support and guidance to team members.

Requirements

Associates degree or equivalent and minimum 6 years experience in a cGMP regulated environment in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology in Facilities, Engineering, Packaging and/or Manufacturing department(s) in positions of increasing technical and supervisory responsibility OR combination of education and related hands on experience working in a cGMP regulated environment in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology in Facilities, Engineering, Packaging and/or Manufacturing department(s) in positions of increasing technical and supervisory responsibility. Strong knowledge of PLC and equipment electrical troubleshooting.
Strong working knowledge of Food and Drug Administration (FDA), current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), SOPs and regulatory rules, regulations and guidelines
Strong hands on experience operating, maintaining, overseeing and repairing various makes and models of packaging equipment
Working knowledge of various Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) programming and Building Management System (BMS) application
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents such as safety and environmental policies, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals, etc.
Basic PC skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast paced, matrixed, team environment consisting of internal and external team members
Problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
Planning, organization and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects
Fluent in English (verbal and written)
Ability and willingness to work additional hours as required by business needs

Nice To Haves

People management or supervisory experience

Responsibilities

Technically supports/guides mechanics in troubleshooting of equipment and assigned tasks; Organizes daily schedules and assigns personnel to various workspaces to meet Schedule demand
Responsible for all aspects of Packaging equipment maintenance while complying with cGMP, SOPs and FDA requirements
Supervise routine and complex work-related events to the troubleshooting, repair and upgrade of Packaging equipment.
Responsible for preventive maintenance (PM), repair and continuous improvement of packaging equipment
Executes capital and continuous improvements projects utilizing internal and external resources
Performs root cause analysis on equipment failures to support investigations; Reports and investigates any deviations from processes or procedures
Establishes and enforces operating and safety standards and procedures for maintenance services and repair
Possesses total comprehension and working knowledge of packaging equipment, systems, and processes in designated areas
Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on use of all control points, equipment, and resources; Maintains compliance with established policies and procedures
Serves as back-up in absence of mechanics, as needed
Supervises, coaches and mentors direct reports and contingent employees