West Pharma Supervisor Operations 12hr night shift 

United States, Pennsylvania 

753055202

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day production activities of plant pharmaceutical products at the most economical cost consistent with prescribed quality standards in a timely manner. The incumbent is responsible for the cost performance of the assigned unit.
• Create short-interval look-ahead production schedules that make sure that upcoming events are communicated, tracked and are being proactively attended -to
• Promote all site initiatives including plant safety programs, lean initiatives, training programs, etc., and consistently interpret and apply all HR policies, practices and procedures among our plant personnel.
• Assure Standard Operating Instructions and Good Manufacturing Practices are adhered to.
• Participate in the resolution of employee complaints and personnel or performance issues and/or coach employees to encourage teamwork. Routinely evaluate and review employee performance. Perform counseling with employees in regard to job performance, attendance, etc.
• Manage available resources to insure on time production and delivery of customer orders.
• Verify production data is accurately recorded.
• Maintain and verify accuracy of the hours each employee has worked.
• Ensure the smooth startup of new processes and on-going production in all area departments.
• Maximize capital resources and assist in maintaining equipment and facilities in proper working condition.
• Constantly evaluate existing processes and establish teams to continuously improve these processes.
• Performs other duties, as assigned based on business needs.
• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in technical or business-related field
• Minimum 5 Years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Prior supervisory experience

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must have effective problem solving and interpersonal skills
• Moderate knowledge of computer programs and SPC applications
• Continual certification in First Aid/CPR will be required upon hire if not previously attained
• Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
• Support and contribute in Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
• Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times
• Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times

Travel Requirements:

• Less than 10% of the time (up to 26 business days)

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Light – exerting up to 20lbs/9kg of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force frequently constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of force greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work.
• Self-motivated and solution-oriented personality.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Good communication, project management, and interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Must wear safety toe shoes, safety goggles, and hearing protection, as required, in production areas.

• Must follow and comply with Plant’s Dress and Hygiene Code (SOI).Must follow and comply with all Company and Plant policies, procedure (SOIs), rules and State and Federal laws