Production Manager - Packaging M/F (30436)

Laboratoire Guerbet•Raleigh, IL

99d•Onsite

About The Position

At Guerbet, we build lasting relationships so that to enable people to live better. This is Our Purpose. We are a global leader in medical imaging, offering an extensive portfolio of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, digital and AI solutions, for diagnostic and interventional imaging. As a pioneer in the field of contrast products since the last 95 years, we continuously innovate. We dedicate 10% of our revenue to Research & Development such as to improve the diagnosis, prognosis and quality of life of patients. Achieve, Cooperate, Care and Innovate are the values that we share and practice on a daily basis. Working at Guerbet is not only being part of a multicultural team of 2,600 people across more than 20 countries, but, it is above all about playing a unique role in the future of medical imaging.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required in Manufacturing, Engineering, Science, Business, or related field.
5+ years of manufacturing operations experience in Pharmaceuticals or related field, preferably in a cGMP environment.
5+ years of supervisory/leadership experience required.
Knowledge of FDA and cGMP regulations and requirements.

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred.
Manufacturing experience in Parenteral/injectable products preferred.
Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing Certification a plus.

Responsibilities

Ensures operational tasks are performed in a manner which aligns with the Company's Quality System, Safety and Environmental Management System, and all governing regulatory bodies in the U.S. and Internationally.
Partners with quality leadership to ensure cGMP practices and their implementation in manufacturing.
Monitors weekly schedules through interface with Planning and Logistics, ensuring timely customer service.
Resolves in a timely manner escalated issues that arise from operations and that require coordination with other departments.
Lead and/or support all investigations, manufacturing exceptions, product failures, RCA and customer complaints at the appropriate level with complete and comprehensive detail.
Monitors shift production metrics to identify and resolve issues and develop process improvements.
Create and manage department budget and implement strategies to ensure cost-effective production.
Ensures all employees within the area are properly trained in areas directly related to their job responsibilities as well as per company policies, quality policies, and safety/environmental policies.
Conduct departmental and skip level meetings with employees.
Set clear vision by ensuring goals and objectives are aligned with site strategies through performance management and identify and implement career development plans for direct reports.
Coaches supervisors in best practices to provide a safe and efficient work environment and resolve production problems.
Fosters an environment of empowerment and high performance.
Drive Continuous Improvement philosophy and practices including but not limited to Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, TPM,TOC, SMED, 5S, and OEE throughout the areas of responsibility.
Responsible for all special projects assigned by the Plant Director, to include but not limited to Lean Manufacturing initiatives, six sigma projects, safety initiatives, etc.