Production Lead

Veranova L P • Devens, MA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

At Veranova, we believe people are our most important asset, and we are dedicated to building the most talented workforce in our industry. Our commitment to uncompromising focus on quality, compliance, safety, and excellence in delivery shapes everything we do. We are not just looking for skills; we are seeking innovative individuals who have a mindset open to learning and growth, and a desire to make a difference. Every role at Veranova plays a part in delivering an exceptional customer experience through ownership and integrity. Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation. Join us on our mission to enable current and next-generation therapeutics to improve and save the lives of patients.

The Production Lead is responsible for operating production equipment, completing associated documentation, and directing production technicians on shift on the same duties. The production lead is also responsible for ensuring that the shift meets all safety, compliance, and performance goals while meeting production schedules. The position will coordinate with other departments such as QA, QC, Purchasing, Maintenance, and Material Control to ensure all support activities are completed in a manner that all performance goals and production schedules are met. The Production Lead will serve as the acting Production Supervisor in the absence of the Production Supervisor.

Requirements

• AA/BA or equivalent with a minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a STEM field; or a high school diploma and/or Pharmaceutical Certification or equivalent with 7–10 years of experience.
• Experience working in a production Kilo-Lab and/or Plant; prior basic production laboratory skills are desirable.
• Good mechanical aptitude and the ability to provide technical guidance, including demonstrated leadership skills to direct a work group.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, problem-solving and multitasking skills, good judgment, and the ability to make decisions with guidance from senior team members or a supervisor.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to read, analyze, and interpret English-language materials; write clearly and neatly; and communicate effectively with peers and managers.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment, with a good understanding of Microsoft Office; a solid understanding of GMP and FDA regulations is desirable.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts.
• While performing the duties of this job, it is required to stand, walk, and use hands to operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands or arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch when necessary for job activity.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds using available material-handling equipment.
• Applicants for this role must be authorized to work in the United States without further employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• prior basic production laboratory skills are desirable
• a solid understanding of GMP and FDA regulations is desirable

Responsibilities

• Promote a positive, professional, and safe work environment by demonstrating integrity and a strong work ethic; ensure team members understand performance expectations and have the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to perform their duties.
• Provide timely positive and constructive feedback; train staff on production activities, organize daily work to accommodate training, assist the Production Supervisor with tracking completion, and communicate employee relations and performance management matters.
• Effectively utilize staff, materials, and equipment to safely produce quality products at optimal productivity; maintain appropriate supply inventory and identify and communicate opportunities to improve efficiency, increase productivity, and reduce costs.
• Ensure work, facility and pharmaceutical systems documentation, controlled substances, and waste-handling activities comply with Company SOPs, FDA cGMPs, DEA requirements, and applicable safety, health, environmental, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintain accurate operational documentation and reports, including shift handover reports, material usage reports, deviations, and safety investigations; promptly report incidents, complete investigations as necessary, and escalate issues regarding goals versus results.
• Facilitate problem resolution through strong working relationships with Analytical/QC, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, and Material Control; coordinate with QC Testing regarding the timing and prioritization of in-process sample requirements.
• Ensure production and support equipment is in proper operating condition and appropriately labeled with current status tags; collaborate with Maintenance and maintain housekeeping and 5S standards appropriate for a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Participate as an active member of the Emergency Response Team and complete required training and related activities; perform Production Technician duties as needed to support production schedules.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health & wellness benefits.
• Access to mental health resources and wellness programs.
• Generous PTO and holiday pay policies.
• Competitive base salary
• eligibility for performance-based bonuses
• an attractive 401(k) Plan with company match.
• Opportunities for continuous learning through LinkedIn Learning, workshops, conferences, and mentorship.
• Tuition Assistance for Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree