Manager II, Manufacturing Operations

JOB SUMMARY

The Manager II, Manufacturing Operations is accountable for creating and maintaining motivation and empowerment of team members, as well as promoting a continuous improvement environment.  Additionally, this Manager is expected to facilitate technical writing program within the department for but not limited to Batch Record, SOP’s, work instructions and investigations.  This role will also facilitate all technical training through departmental trainers to production operators, specialists, and supervisors to ensure proper understanding of technical information.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follows all documentation procedures assuring that paperwork is in accordance with all company and regulatory standards.
• Responsible for keeping work area neat and orderly along with observing all safety procedures.
• Follows other job-related instructions and performs other job-related duties as requested.
• Adheres to cGMP guidelines as well as the CFR.
• Attends work on a regular and predictable basis.
• Hold bi-weekly meetings with Supervisors and key staff.
• Performing periodic reviews and development opportunities relating to Supervisors and key personnel.
• Continuous analysis of current production processes and procedure, proposals for improvements, implementation and follow through on agreed upon changes.
• Continuous development, analysis and utilization of established departmental performance data programs to achieve departmental goals.  Including future needs and capabilities. 
• Understand implications of departmental downtime and inefficient processing.
• Ability to coordinate, contribute to and work within a cross-functional team.
• Contribute to production planning and budgeting.
• Facilitates production department staffing meetings, generating action plans impacting production department KPI’s.  Presents departmental metrics and action plans in management staff meetings.
• Actively coaches all team members promoting continuous improvement and overall team development and cross training, including the Supervisory level.
• Upholds Company policies, including the Professional Conduct Policy and Prohibition Against Harassment Policy, and the Business Ethics and Conduct Code.
• Works in a cooperative manner with managers, supervisors, coworkers, customers and the public.
• Works effectively under deadlines.
• Perform other tasks as required.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma required; Bachelors degree preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience in manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience in a GMP manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Must be able to read and understand written instructions.
• Excellent interpersonal written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including advanced skills in Excel (Pivot tables, V-lookup, Macros, If Statements, Formulas).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving experience.
• Proven ability to motivate teams and manage conflict.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Stand, walk, push, pull, twist, reach overhead, and bend to the floor.
• Occasionally move items or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds – potential to handle heavier materials with mechanical assistance.
• Occasionally required to climb ladders and/or steps to reach equipment.
• Reading precision measuring equipment, machine dials, gages, and thermometers; must be able to observe fine details utilizing a microscope.

Adare Pharma is an equal opportunity employer & prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital & veteran status.

PRINCIPALS ONLY
NO AGENCIES OR THIRD PARTIES