Production Shift Manager

OVERALL ROLE OBJECTIVE:

The post holder will manage a team of people who are directly responsible for GMP manufacture of drug product for commercial and clinical supply. Remit will include the quality of the products manufactured and the efficiency and output in their specific area. The post holder will become a technical expert in a number of manufacturing process technologies and will drive continuous improvement of the area for which they are responsible.

JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

The post holder will:

1.     Be responsible for tactical scheduling of facility, equipment and operator resource to meet scheduled timelines.

2.     Regularly check and provide feedback to line management on operational progress and compliance to GMP standards.

3.     Liase with other departments (Analytical support, Quality Control, Environmental, Engineering etc) to ensure efficient facility operation.

4.     Liase with Development and Technical Support Groups to ensure smooth introduction of new products.

5.     Continually develop technical expertise and assist in trouble shooting for manufacturing processes

6.     Manage Production Supervisors (Manufacturing Operations)and associated teams including personnel training, annual appraisals and other HR related tasks

7.     Perform technical review of Master Batch records prior to QA and client review and approval

8.     Help to develop and maintain metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) relating to quality, efficiency and continuous improvement.

9.     Assist in customer and regulatory audits.

10. Ensure all H&S standards are maintained.

Perform additional duties as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a related Scientific/Technical/Engineering discipline OR Significant experience in a supervisory role in the Pharmaceutical / Engineering Industry.

EXPERIENCE

Previous experience of supervising highly technical manufacturing or packaging processes.

Organisation of resources (equipment and personnel) to meet scheduled output targets.

Experience of working in a regulated environment within a formal quality system.

KEY SKILLS

Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications (to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)

Excellent communication skills (written and verbal to include delivering presentations) and fluency in English

Proven ability to work effectively on own initiative and effectively contribute within a team environment

Proven ability to compile both narrative and numerical reports of exceptional standard