Description

The basic purpose of this position is to provide technical direction and supervision in the packaging department according to company policies and corporate business plans, to provide technical competence through proper selection and training the work force, to insure a safe work place through proper training of the work force and to implement and maintain compliance status (cGMP, OSHA) within the department. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise personnel and activities in the assigned area in order to produce high quality product or results.
• Troubleshoot production problems, document findings, and implement solutions to resolve problems.
• Keep updated and train personnel in scientific principles, time management, GMPs, technical requirements, and all other policies and regulations governing the production of assigned product.
• Communicate to management progress of the department, problems, employee actions, new ideas, and all other pertinent information.
• Administration of company policies and safety programs and understanding and enforcing terms of the union contract.
• Interface with other department Team Leaders and employees in a professional manner to coordinate the activities and issues.
• Requisition purchase of operating supplies and recommends purchase of new or replacement equipment.
• Make recommendations to hire/terminate personnel and discipline personnel as needed according to policies and procedures.
• Participate in and/or chair appropriate meetings and committees as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in related business or scientific field from an accredited institution.
• In addition to Bachelors degree, two (2) years of professional experience.
• In lieu of a degree, six (6) years of relevant experience.
• Experience must be inclusive of one (1) year of leadership experience.
• Experience must be inclusive of managing and auditing master receipts, batch records and process order data within relevant SAP/ERP software systems.
• Experience in ERP inventory control system(s) is preferred but not necessary.
• Experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and database management required.
• Demonstrated ability to train others and complete OJT assessments.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow systematic continuous improvement methodologies and the willingness to identify, define, and implement process improvements.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Aseptic or related production techniques and equipment.
• A working knowledge of cGMP, EU and OSHA Part 11 guidelines as they pertain to implementing process improvements on aseptic production or other production equipment.
• Must be detail oriented, able to work with minimal supervision and self-motivated to utilize resources to troubleshoot as needed.
• Ability to manage multiple on-going projects with aggressive deadlines.
• Strong proofreading skills along with excellent communication and written capabilities.
• Must be proficient in MS office applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Must be able to readily learn and quickly become proficient in all software applications utilized for packaging equipment and operations.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
• Must be 18 years of age or older.