Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations (Label Printing)

About the role

The Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations (Label Printing) plays a vital role within our organization. Once you complete our training, your responsibilities will include daily coordination and working schedules of people and equipment in Label Printing Operations. You will also supervise Technicians while meeting department quality, safety, delivery, and productivity objectives.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Label Printing staff in execution of daily work; assure Technicians comply with SOP’s, cGMP regulations and safety requirements; provide constructive feedback to employees when issues arise
• Supervise Label Printing schedule in accordance with production schedule and customer demand
• Prepare and submit daily/weekly/monthly reports, prepare metrics and trends data to identify and prioritize continuous improvement opportunities
• Establish & maintain cooperative cross-functional relationships with peers in Quality, and other manufacturing operations colleagues to meet plant objectives
• Lead in development & maintenance of a safe manufacturing environment; establish methods in compliance with regulatory, plant, and corporate policies
• Participate in safety meetings, investigate accidents, and take appropriate corrective action to eliminate hazardous conditions
• Oversee production activities to assure performance to plan is achieved; recognize and set priorities and take prompt action
• Forecast and set goals and objectives, identify and allocate resources as needed; effectively identify gaps in strategy and resources and resolve them
• Manage front line leadership in completion of daily operational tasks and assignments; counsel, train, & develop front line leaders for efficient performance and assist in their career development; create an atmosphere of team effort & open communication
• Support regulatory inspections such as FDA and DEA audits; drive Quality Management System assignments (CAPA, Deviation, Change Control, GMP tasks) to on-time closure
• Review documentation such as batch records and logs to assure accurate recording of processes in conformance to policies and procedures and in compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Develop training programs & assure training is conducted on-time
• Report & initiate production schedule changes, request equipment and facility repairs, or modifications

Requirements

• Likely authorized to work in the job posting country
• High school Diploma or GED from recognized institution or organization required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science or other related field preferred
• 2-3 years prior experience in cGMP / FDA regulated industry
• 1 year of supervisory or management experience required
• Experience training personnel on aseptic techniques and appropriate gowning techniques
• Well versed in the compliance & quality requirements of 503B pharmaceutical industry and CGMP's and have demonstrated strength in problem solving and resolution

Qualifications

• Strong technical writing and verbal/written communication ability, including presentation skills
• Interpersonal skills demonstrating the ability to interact with people holding positions in manufacturing, both operations and quality including compounders, pharmacist, supervisors, area management, quality specialist as well as functional areas such as Human Resources, IT, Customer Service, Finance and Pharmacy Services
• Development of action plans to meet a specific objective including identification and methods of tasks, milestones, resources requirements and metrics
• Successful time management skills in order to coordinate successful accomplishment of an approved action plan with timelines and milestone tasks
• Understanding of process flows, gap assessments and analysis of data to drive improvement
• Proficiency with computerized tracking tools
• Comprehensive knowledge of Adult learning techniques

Skills

• Strong technical writing and verbal/written communication ability, including presentation skills
• Interpersonal skills demonstrating the ability to interact with people holding positions in manufacturing, both operations and quality including compounders, pharmacist, supervisors, area management, quality specialist as well as functional areas such as Human Resources, IT, Customer Service, Finance and Pharmacy Services
• Development of action plans to meet a specific objective including identification and methods of tasks, milestones, resources requirements and metrics
• Successful time management skills in order to coordinate successful accomplishment of an approved action plan with timelines and milestone tasks
• Understanding of process flows, gap assessments and analysis of data to drive improvement
• Proficiency with computerized tracking tools
• Comprehensive knowledge of Adult learning techniques

Benefits

• Set, full-time, consistent work schedule
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental and vision
• 401k retirement program with company match
• 17 paid days off plus 8 paid holidays per year
• Occasional weekend and overtime opportunities with advance notice
• National, industry-leading high growth company with future career advancement opportunities

About Quva

Quva is a national, industry-leading provider of compounded injectable medicines and software solutions that help power the business of hospital and health-system pharmacy. Quva Pharma produces and distributes injectable medicines required by health care providers and critical to patient care. Quva BrightStream partners with health-systems to analyze large amounts of data and through AI and machine learning, develops software solutions that turn the data into insights that are used to better run their pharmacy operation. Quva’s overall product and technology offerings help health-systems achieve greater value and deliver the highest-quality patient care. Quva is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating and maintaining a work environment that is free from all forms of discrimination and harassment.