Lead Manufacturing Technician - Contract

Title: Lead Manufacturing Technician
Location: Vista, CA
Duration: 6+ Months

Summary:
Support Supervisor to assign daily duties to technicians and monitor process and people within the manufacturing area. Complies and enforces SOP's and audits in-process documentation.

Primary Responsibilities:
Lead tech is responsible for assisting in training and training documentation.
Coordinate daily operations and distribute tasks to subordinates.
Follow-up on tasks to ensure completeness/correctness. Ensure production is carried out within specified timelines.
Follow and enforce the procedures outlining production, facilities and equipment.
Enforce cGMP compliance by inspecting the facility and equipment on a routine basis.
Enforce real-time documentation by performing audits of documentation during the production run.
Operate machinery and equipment in accordance with SOP and CGMP
Conduct on the job training of procedures, equipment and principles of the process.
Strict adherence and enforcement of Department Safety Rules.
Address complaints and resolve employee related problems with the collaboration of department management and Human Resources.

Knowledge:
Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to lead, motivate, guide, train, coach and develop subordinates while maintaining a team atmosphere. Two years of leadership experience is preferred. Strong knowledge of cGMPs, FDA regulations, and industry guidelines. Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills. Must be able to read, write, and speak English. Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimum supervision and use good judgment. Proactive, results oriented, with a strong attention to detail. Ability to keep neat, accurate and complete records and logs. Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact with all levels of personnel in a professional manner. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and handle an ever-changing, fast-paced, critical work environment. Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to analyze details and perform structured decision-making on a daily basis. Good computer skills with knowledge of MS Office, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Occupational Demands:
Ability to lift or push up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand for extended periods - up to four (4) hours at a time.
Exp:
3-4 years experience in an FDA regulated manufacturing facility - pharmaceutical, biologics, biotech, or medical device industry. Experience in a leadership role preferred.