Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High School Diploma or equivalency required, associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience of working in a manufacturing environment (Pharmaceutical exp. preferred)
• At least three years of experience as a supervisor
• Working knowledge of FDA and OSHA regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Documentation Practices (GDPs) preferred
• Proven ability to effectively lead while constantly raising the bark for quality and productivity
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Computer skills utilizing MS office, word, and Excel
• Must possess exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving skills
• Bilingual in Spanish, preferred

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Provides support by directing and coaching, supervisors and team leads to achieve division of objectives and production goals
• Plan flow of materials through departments. Communicate properly and adequately to all personnel levels to ensure the production deadlines are met
• Monitors keep performance indicators
• Ensure that the production area adheres to schedules and carries out all necessary activities to ensure the timely availability of products for the production floor
• Monitor and control production processes to achieve optimal output and minimize downtime
• Ensure the efficient use of resources, including materials and labor
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction by partnering with Quality Assurance, Mechanics, and Industrial Engineers
• Implement and enforce production schedules and quality standards
• Provide instruction or coordinate training for team members on all relevant, updated Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Monitor and manage inventory levels to prevent shortages or overstock situations.
• Coordinate with supply chain and logistics teams to optimize material availability
• Uphold safety protocols and regulations, promoting a safe working environment for all team members
• Investigate and report safety incidents to EHS Specialist and Operations Management. Implement corrective actions
• Maintain and enforce quality control / quality assurance procedures to ensure products meet required specifications
• Responds quickly to all oral and written communication such accident reports, deviation reports. vacation and sick request, and absence reports
• Create and investigate operational deviations and determine root cause/CAPA’s with implementation strategies
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Required to stand for long periods of time in production environment and/or working at a desk on a computer for long periods of time
• Capable of frequently lifting and carrying items weighing 25–45 lbs. in a production environment
• Some exposure to hazardous chemicals and other active chemical raw materials or ingredients is possible
• Must be able to wear proper gowning and PPE in production areas, as required, to meet GMP and/or OSHA requirements