Senior Manager, Packaging Operations

Job purpose
Responsible for stakeholder management and influencing key decision making to support the execution of the finished goods packaging work plan. The individual will serve as a strategic advisor and subject matter expert, driving process improvement initiatives and promoting a culture of continuous improvement across the organization. This role focuses on developing and implementing best practices, methodologies, and frameworks to enhance operational performance and efficiency.

Duties and responsibilities

• Create and implement a comprehensive packaging operations strategy that aligns with organizational objectives and drives continuous improvement
• Ensure production requirements are met to satisfy or exceed forecast demand
• Participate in the development and implementation of performance improvement strategies to increase productivity and improve quality.
• Provide leadership and motivation to initiate creative thinking to support continuous improvement
• Conduct performance reviews and set development plan for Packaging Team Members
• Initiate training and development programs to improve performance on a continual basis
• Conduct in-depth analysis of current processes, identify inefficiencies, and implement improvements to optimize performance including identifying opportunities to leverage technology such as process automation to enable efficiencies.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methodologies to develop and implement robust improvement initiatives
• Work with the other shift managers and the Director, Operations to determine the department budget.
• Ensure the shift shop floor control processes are being monitored and closed at the completion of orders.
• Ensure all shift personnel operate within a safe work environment and work in compliance with Sun Pharma's Health, Safety and Environmental policies
• Participate and lead Packaging related non-Conformance related investigations
• Complete and implement Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA)
• Implement department related Change Controls
• Participate in internal, customer and regulatory audits
• Utilize data analytics to measure performance, identify trends, and support decision-making processes
• Document and share best practices across the organization to foster a culture of excellence.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to teams facilitating knowledge transfer and skill development.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and support for operational excellence initiatives.
• Support organizational change efforts related to process improvements and operational changes.
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of improvement initiatives.
• Flexibility to work shift schedules when required
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Packaging Operations Management, or a related field; advanced degree is a strong asset
• Minimum of 7-10 years’ experience in an operations role within the pharmaceutical industry, including 5 years in a supervisory capacity.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, SAP)
• Six Sigma training or certification is an asset

Working conditions

• The Packaging / Compounding areas are air-conditioned. As this is a Pharmaceutical operation, it’s necessary to wear specialized garments, such as hairnets, beard covers and shoe covers (where applicable) and adhere to GMP Gowning requirements.
• Expect to be “on call “after hours to address issues requiring immediate resolution

Physical requirements

Office based

The presently-anticipated base compensation pay range for this position is $, to $,. Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience. Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include medical, dental coverage and the employee assistance program. Contract employees also receive vacation pay and paid sick time.

The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility. If hired, the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company, or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of the incumbent(s).

We provide equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, gender identity, gender expression or any other ground protected by applicable human rights legislation.

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