Supervisor, Packaging

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.; Brampton; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life insurance

RRSP savings plan

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Job summary

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. is seeking a Packaging Supervisor to oversee filling and packaging operations, guiding a team of about 40 employees to meet production schedules while maintaining quality and safety.

The role requires strong leadership, cGMP knowledge, and experience in pharmaceutical packaging; you will coach staff, drive continuous improvement, and ensure adherence to SOPs, PPE, and regulatory audits.

Qualifications

• Degree or college diploma in science or engineering technology.
• Minimum 5-7 years of supervisory experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or related environment.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to mentor, coach and motivate Packaging staff to achieve high EHS, quality and efficiency.
• Strong pharmaceutical cGMP background.
• Experience working in packaging environment.
• Management / supervisory skills.
• Knowledge of 5-Safety practices, including WHMIS.
• Knowledge of electronic systems, i.e. SAP, MES is an asset.
• Self-motivated and with a positive outlook.
• Ability to analyze, perform root cause analysis and make decisions.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise packaging activities of ~40 employees and coordinate with Operations for production schedules.
• Provide leadership and develop personnel for growth.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP guidelines and SOPs and maintain housekeeping.
• Maintain safe working environment and enforce safety procedures.
• Participate in cost reduction, 5S and cross-functional projects.
• Ensure packaging line metrics meet cycle time standards.
• Review work orders and cleaning/sanitizing logs.
• Collaborate with line mechanics to ensure equipment reliability.
• Lead performance management, safety audits, and shift meetings.
• Handle payroll and HR functions (Time & Attendance, hiring, coaching).
• Ensure SOPs for Packaging are current and staff trained.
• Forecast labour utilization and productivity; drive CAPA and corrective actions.
• Participate in internal, customer and regulatory audits.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

cGMP knowledge

Packaging

Safety training

Education

Degree or college diploma in science/engineering

Tools

SAP

MES

Job description

Driven by abold pursuit of scienceand fueled byan unwavering commitment to patients, Sun Pharma is a leading global pharmaceutical company, providing high-quality medicines trusted by healthcare professionals and patients.

As part of our mission toReach People and Touch Lives, we deliverInnovative Medicines, Generics and Consumer Healthcare productsthat improve the lives of millions of people. With a broadly diversified portfolio of products that span multiple therapeutic areas, weimprove access to effective, affordable treatmentsthat promote better health and well-being.

Reaching People. Touching Lives.

Job purpose

The Packaging Supervisor supervises operation of filling & packaging, ensuring that the highest possible product quality is maintained, while operating in a safe and efficient manner.

Duties and responsibilities

• Directly supervise packaging activities of approximately 40 employees, ensuring close adherence to production schedule. Participate in scheduling activities with other members of the Operations group.
• Provide leadership to team members and develop personnel for further growth.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP guidelines and SOPs, maintaining a high standard of housekeeping.
• Ensure staff are working in a safe environment and that safety procedures are followed at all times.
• Actively participate in cost, continuous improvement such as 5S and other cross-functional projects.
• Ensure high level of adherence to weekly/monthly Packaging commits.
• Ensure that Packaging lines cycle time standards (i.e. units per minute, wash-up, set-up, lot change cycle times etc.) are met and exceeded.
• Review packaging work orders (PWO) and other product documents such as cleaning & sanitizing logs, housekeeping logs, etc.
• Work closely and involve line mechanics to meet scheduling requirements to ensure optimal equipment reliability.
• Lead employee management such as attendance and performance management, safety audits and meetings, shift meetings and shift scheduling.
• Perform payroll and human resources functions such as managing Time & Attendance (E-time), hiring, coaching and disciplining.
• Ensure that all SOPs applicable/relating to Packaging Department are current and that all staff is trained in their use.
• Optimize labour utilization and productivity output to meet the goals of the department.
• Investigate in-process, product and equipment failure identifying the root cause and corrective actions.
• Report and complete safety incident reports as required.
• Maintain inventory of miscellaneous supplies and parts.
• Support cross-training program.
• Perform other duties as required or as directed by the Sun Pharma Management group.
• Participate in developing capital requirements for the department.
• Complete all GMP Documentation correctly and in a timely manner.
• Complete all training assignments and maintain personal training records.
• Write and lead Non-Conformance Investigations.
• Complete Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA's).
• Initiate, and follow through with actions required to close Change Controls.
• Participate in Internal, Customer and Regulatory Audits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional responsibility (Only applicable to customer facing roles)

• Report any adverse event received from customers for company products to the pharmacovigilance department I Drug Safety on the same day or within 1 business day

Qualifications

• Degree or college diploma in science or engineering technology.
• Minimum 5-7 years of supervisory experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or related environment.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills is a must.
• Ability to mentor, coach and motivate Packaging staff to achieve highest standards in EHS, Quality and operational efficiency.
• Strong pharmaceutical cGMP background.
• Experience working in packaging environment.
• Management / supervisory skills.
• Knowledge of 5-Safety practices, including WHMIS.
• Knowledge of electronic systems, i.e. SAP, MES is an asset. Knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Self-motivated and with a positive outlook.
• Ability to analyze, perform root cause analysis and make decisions when required.
• Strong technical report writing skills
• Good time-management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated skills in facilitation, coaching, employee engagement, attendance and performance management, and safety enhancement.
• Able to train and motivate crew.
• Mathematical, scientific and mechanical aptitudes.
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Troubleshooting skills: Issues may include the following:
• Manpower and equipment "bottlenecks."
• Resolving personnel issues, while maintaining department goals.
• The Packaging Supervisor must be a resourceful person to identify available resources to help or assist them in dealing with some of the issues/problems. Available resources may include: Production Manager. Compounding Manager, staff from other support departments like QC, Tech Services, etc., SOPs, historical data, etc.

Working conditions

• May be contacted through telephone during off regular hours regarding "urgent" or emergency issues.
• Exposed to noise from equipment.
• Ability to work 8 hour rotational shifts.
• Working of one Saturday on-site per month is mandatory (day in-lieu to be provided)
• Work overtime, including weekends, when required.
• Ability to "juggle" a number of tasks at the same time, multi-tasking

Physical requirements

Manufacturing Environment

Direct reports

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

The presently-anticipated base compensation pay range for this position is $73,500 to $92,000. Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience. In addition, this position is part of the Annual Performance Bonus Plan.

Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include

• medical, dental and vision coverage
• life insurance
• RRSP savings plan
• the employee assistance program

Employees also receive various paid time off benefits, including vacation time and sick time.

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.

The Company uses artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants.