Supervisor, Packaging (246)
About The Position
The Supervisor Packaging will play a part in the facility start-up, with primary responsibilities focused on supporting daily manufacturing operations and the timely production of pharmaceuticals at the Civica Petersburg, VA site. In collaboration with stakeholders, this position will lead day-to-day Packaging Operations, running all packaging equipment, supporting new product introductions on the packaging lines, equipment qualifications, change management, investigations, training, and development. The ideal candidate will have a consistent track record of achieving results in a fast-paced Pharmaceutical Packaging environment.
Requirements
- 8+ years’ experience in a GMP manufacturing environment. Packaging Operations experience preferred.
- 2 years’ supervisory experience in a GMP manufacturing environment with associate degree, or equivalent experience and knowledge.
- Strong writing and documentation skills.
- Experience in a process improvement environment, including change management, optimizing process flow, and participating in Lean/Six Sigma project teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Nice To Haves
- Packaging Operations experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Packaging team to execute daily and weekly production schedules to meet operations objectives.
- Conduct daily shift meetings to communicate current events, issues, and solicit team feedback.
- Monitor Packaging team productivity and resolve immediate production needs to facilitate efficiency.
- Coordinate the team’s break and lunch periods to minimize production downtime.
- Manage daily and weekly staffing requirements to account for absent personnel (PTO) to satisfy production needs.
- Coordinate overtime scheduling as needed.
- Monitor the inventory of packaging supplies.
- Report any quality issues and shortages to prevent production interruptions.
- Conduct training and ensure staff training is documented, is current, and follows cGMP requirements.
- Review batch records, cycle reports, and other manufacturing documentation to identify and address any potential quality issues.
- Perform and/or oversee batch accountability calculations and final batch quantity confirmations.
- Provide immediate support in the identification and documentation of deviations and discrepancies on the packaging floor.
- Support cross-departmental activities including maintenance, qualification, testing, and investigational activities.
- Assist in the development and update of manufacturing procedures and training materials.
- Perform other duties as assigned by manufacturing management.
- Assist R&D and MSAT on new product introduction and tech transfer activities to meet commercial demand.
- Initiate and complete manufacturing investigations including root cause analysis and product impact assessment.
- Assist in the creation, revision, and management of manufacturing documents such as Batch Records and SOPs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
