Packaging Production Manager

Piramal Group; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Morpeth is seeking an experienced Packaging Production Manager to coordinate shift operations, provide leadership to staff, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the organization. The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills and experience in creating a culture of operational excellence. This role is essential for ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and improving production processes.

Qualifications

• Experience in coordinating shift operations across multiple production groups.
• Strong leadership, motivation, and development skills.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate shift operations on a week to week basis.
• Provide leadership and development opportunities for operational staff.
• Drive continuous improvement in business operations.

Job description

Job Description

• Co-ordinate shift operations on a week to week basis across the Packaging group. Work closely with other Production Groups and related functional support departments eg. Engineering, HR and QA, to ensure that activities are managed in an effective and synchronized manner, making best use of all resources.
• Work closely with other Production Managers within the group on strategic planning and management of longer term issues, typically extending out to periods of up to one year with the major focus being within the first six months of any period. An example of this would include management of facility changes or developments.
• Provide leadership, motivation and development opportunities for all members of operational staff by implementing effective training and appraisal processes. This will involve use of higher level personnel orientated competencies such as coaching etc. as well as direct training itself. Liaises with other members of the first line management team to achieve this. Development of personnel is agreed in line with PMP system which is administered by the incumbent.
• Promotes and develops a culture of continuous improvement in all areas of the business operation by driving programmes which highlight opportunities and promote change in a controlled manner. This will focus on key business improvement goals as well as maintaining and improving compliance in SHE and QO aspects. Collation and analysis of area performance data is performed and presented to help guide improvement activities. Also responsible for writing trial protocols to allow improvement processes involving equipment/systems etc. to proceed and following up to ensure closure through establishing revised procedures.
• Work closely with Quality to ensure that operations are in constant compliance with company and regulatory requirements. If unplanned deviations do occur, the Packaging Production Manager must act swiftly to agree corrective action with Quality and implement the same. This will involve investigation and reporting of issues with follow up through Material Review. Procedures / practices etc. will be revised to ensure that the operation is improved to prevent recurrence.
• Establish acceptable standards of behaviour and performance for the operations and work closely with the Packaging Administrator, Packaging Co-ordinator and all personnel to ensure that these are applied. This will involve timely resolution of any issues arising within the group.
• Ensures that all staff are fully aware of site issues by monthly briefings on TEAM and general management topics
• Responsible for designated roles within the department or site wide projects as agreed with the Business Unit Leader

About Us

In the three decades of its existence, Piramal Group has pursued a twin strategy of both organic and inorganic growth.

Driven by its core values, Piramal Group steadfastly pursues inclusive growth, while adhering to ethical and values-driven practices.

Equal employment opportunity

Piramal Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetics, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

We base our employment decisions on merit considering qualifications, skills, performance, and achievements. We endeavor to ensure that all applicants and employees receive equal opportunity in personnel matters, including recruitment, selection, training, placement, promotion, demotion, compensation and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions, including reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities as well as individuals with needs related to their religious observance or practice.

About the Team

Piramal Pharma Solutions (PPS) is a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) offering end-to-end development and manufacturing solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our customers through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia. This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including drug discovery solutions, process & pharmaceutical development services, clinical trial supplies, commercial supply of APIs, and finished dosage forms. PPS also offers development and manufacturing services for biologics including vaccines, gene therapies, and monoclonal antibodies, made possible through Piramal Pharma Limited's investment in Yapan Bio Private Limited. Our track record as a trusted service provider with experience across varied technologies makes us a partner of choice for innovators and generic companies worldwide.