Job Summary
In addition to the daily shop floor transactions, the Packaging Supervisor is accountable for the tactical plans to support the implementation of packaging strategies. Key areas include setting attainable objectives, achieving resource efficiency, optimizing packaging processes, and managing costs diligently. The expected business impacts include departmental performance in the areas of quality, productivity, safety, and cost; utilization of existing resources and capacity to meet increasing business demands; and adherence to the compliance of process, people, equipment, and materials.
Responsibilities
- Accountable for meeting the targets of safety, quality (RFT and Deviations), output (dosages per line per shift), and productivity (dosages per FTE per shift)
- Provide results-oriented leadership that drives continuous improvement consistent with the Operations Strategic Plan and the Production Game Plan
- Lead the implementation of departmental initiatives such as set-up reduction, visual workplace, target resetting, and team restructuring
- Partner with QA management to resolve customer complaints
- Communicate corporate messages in Packaging operations
- Represent packaging on cross-functional project teams and support action planning and execution with committed resources
- Exercise managerial approvals in manager’s absence
- Participate in developing responses to regulatory audits as needed
- Recruit, train, develop and manage the ongoing performance of direct reports
- Ensure all Job Descriptions for direct reports are periodically reviewed, signed, and stored according to global job description processes
- Review and update development plans for all direct reports, ensuring proper training and qualification per Global Training and Employee Qualification Enterprise Policy
- Effectively manage performance for direct reports according to the Global Performance Management Program
- Attract and retain talent based on the talent management framework
- Provide regular coaching, feedback, and recognition based on expected behaviors, job description, and performance objectives
- Responsible for ensuring compliance of team members with Global Business Ethics and Compliance Program, Global Quality procedures, Safety and Environment policies, and HR policies
- Work as a member of a team to achieve all outcomes
- Lead with a global mindset that respects all cultural dimensions
- Perform all work in accordance with the Code of Conduct and Business Ethics, and all established regulatory, compliance, and safety requirements
- Participate in and lead performance conversations with employees, including monthly one-on-ones, to connect on performance; check in on employee progress toward objectives, offer support and remove barriers, and communicate and revisit performance expectations to reinforce a high-performance culture and a safe working environment for all employees
- Utilize open, honest, two-way communication to build trust-based relationships with employees, business partners, and direct leaders while continuously improving leadership capabilities by personally seeking feedback and development
- Create a culture that values trust and provides the opportunity for employee development and growth in pursuit of purpose and demonstrating core values – Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance, and Passion
Requirements
Education : A degree in chemistry, engineering, or a closely related discipline required, or related packaging or production experienceKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Proven in-depth knowledge and application of GMPs, safety, and operation management; demonstrated ability to understand departmental goals and translate them into team performance measurement and management; successes in motivating, coaching, decision-making, and prioritizing; displayed critical thinking and analytical skills; strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment; flexibility and willingness to rotate shifts and / or sitesExperience : 3 to 7 years of industrial production experience, ideally in a pharmaceutical packaging environment; 1 to 3 years supervisory experience; hands-on experience with internet, email, MS Office tools, and SAP (or an equivalent); experienced in project management and process optimizationWe are committed to fostering a welcoming and accessible work environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to succeed. We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of our recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.
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