Manager - Manufacturing PFS / Nested Filling - 2nd Shift (430)

Job Description

The Manager, Manufacturing 2nd Shift 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. The Manager, Manufacturing will develop and support the Manufacturing team by participating in equipment qualifications, identifying and implementing process improvements through process monitoring, conducting investigations, and impact assessments. Will provide new process training to the manufacturing team to achieve efficient, cost effective, safe, and compliant production of quality injectable products according to the Civica culture and vision of what is in the best interest of the patient.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

·     Under the Director of Manufacturing’s direction, actively participate in new equipment and process qualifications.

·     Develop and create standard operating procedures, specifications, and other forms of governing documents to delineate manufacturing process requirements according to qualification, compliance, and business requirements.

·     Ensure that the Manufacturing organization operates to meet the requirements of approved production plans at minimum costs within established quality limits and in accordance with FDA, cGMP, ISO, and OSHA requirements.

·     Responsible for identifying opportunities to improve customer service, quality, safety performance, scrap minimization, or otherwise reduce manufacturing costs by using effective project management, cost control techniques, and Lean Manufacturing.

·     Mentors, coaches, and teaches Manufacturing Associates in the use of statistical tools, Lean/Six Sigma methodologies, and change management/control techniques to ensure timely completion of projects at the expected results.

·     Utilizes scientific methods and statistical tools to perform investigations, root cause analyses, and impact assessments in support of timely resolution of deviations/discrepancies related to Manufacturing.

·     Identify corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), lead project to completion within project timelines. Verify effectiveness of CAPA by post-project data collection and analysis.

·     Demonstrated ability to act as subject matter expert in manufacturing equipment build and function, as well as in manufacturing processes, including aseptic filling, isolator technology, and packaging.

·     Flex schedule to meet commitments and achieve milestones related to projects, production, and other demands of the role.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

·      Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of demonstrated ability in a cGMP FDA, cGMP, ISO, or other regulated production environment.  An Associate degree and 10 years of cGMP production experience may be considered.

·      Experience in a process improvement environment including project management, change management and leading Lean/Six Sigma project teams.

·      3+ years’ supervisory experience in a GMP manufacturing environment.    

·      Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma Green Belt Certification preferred.

·      Strong writing and documentation skills.

·      Self-directed with effective analytical and problem-solving skills.

·      Strong interpersonal, collaboration, communication, and leadership skills.

·      Prior high speed Fill/Finish (vial, cartridge, PFS, etc.) experience required

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

While performing the essential duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to speak or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. 

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.