Production Supervisor - Day Shift

Piramal Pharma Ltd•Bethlehem, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The role is responsible for overseeing the safe and efficient operation of chemical manufacturing processes during assigned shifts. The position ensures compliance with safety standards, production targets, and cGMP requirements while supervising operators, coordinating maintenance activities, and maintaining accurate production documentation.

Requirements

Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a chemical plant operator
Minimum 2–3 years of experience as a floor supervisor in a plant environment
High School Diploma required
Mechanical aptitude and demonstrated ability to perform minor repairs and maintenance
Familiarity and operating experience with production processes
Good written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Basic computer knowledge including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Familiarity with cGMP and related regulatory requirements
Ability to multitask, evaluate resources, and delegate tasks to ensure adherence to schedules

Nice To Haves

college degree preferred
Critical Thinking — using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Excellent customer service skills and professional demeanor to interface effectively with internal and external customers
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Creative and able to present various solutions
Energetic, enthusiastic, and motivational disposition
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Coaching skills
Strong troubleshooting skills
Commitment to safety and environmental standards

Responsibilities

First line responsibility for the safe operation of chemical operations, the manufacturing process, and all operations, maintenance, or work taking place during their shift
Direct the appropriate response to a safety incident or other emergency until the emergency chain of command arrives
Reinforce and ensure plant safety practices and maintain a constant alert for hazardous conditions on a daily basis
Lead or participate in Incident and Discrepancy Investigations as necessary
Responsible for the proper issuance of any work permits, including Lockout/Tag Out
Keep Production Supervisors and Management informed regarding the state of operations and production needs that must be addressed
Address substandard performance in a fair and timely manner
Ensure efficient operations to meet production demands and schedules
Lead improvement projects within the plant
Maintain organization and cleanliness of the production floor
Identify when modifications to SOPs are necessary for safety reasons, quality concerns, or operational efficiency
Identify and potentially assist with maintenance repairs
Responsible for daily scheduling and maintaining vacation time records for operators on the crew
Assign overtime as required to meet production requirements
Communicate with vendors for ordering, pick up, and delivery of materials
Train operators on proper operation, maintenance, safety procedures, system set-up, and housekeeping requirements for assigned tasks
Ensure proper production startups, shutdowns, and changeovers
Ensure accurate production logs are maintained daily, including an accurate shift supervisor log of all events occurring during the shift
Coordinate with Manufacturing and Maintenance personnel regarding maintenance work required on equipment
Review manufacturing batch records to ensure completeness and accuracy before submission to Quality Assurance
Drive cGMP standards within the Manufacturing area including training of operators
Work with QA and QC to ensure processes and materials meet all quality specifications
Lead SFTI and 5S efforts in the Manufacturing area and support associated projects and improvements