Group Leader, Operations - 3rd Shift

Hikma Pharmaceuticals; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA is seeking a Group Leader, Operations for the 3rd shift in Cherry Hill, NJ. The role leads hourly production staff, ensures cGMP compliance, and executes the production schedule to meet customer service needs.

You will oversee Filling, Inspection, and Packaging, provide coaching, and coordinate line activities. Strong leadership, English communication, and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 5 years in a non-GMP environment or 2 years in a GMP environment; leadership demonstrated.
• Associate's Degree with at least 2 years in GMP or non-GMP environment; leadership demonstrated.
• Excellent English language comprehension, both written and verbal.
• Ability and working knowledge of computer use.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily activities of hourly production staff and provides leadership and coaching.
• Coordinates and prioritizes work assignments; ensures execution of production schedule.
• Initiates and completes investigations for production-related deviations.
• Provides phase-in training for new and existing employees.
• Handles conflict resolution and general problem/requests as needed.
• Evaluates and enforces current practices within responsibility areas.
• Coordinates orders for production-related materials.
• Supports management and engineering projects as assigned.
• Maintains training records for departments and production areas.
• May generate reports using Access, Excel, ISO Train, and Line Management Systems.
• Performs inspection processes as required; ensures gowning compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Problem solving

Math skills

Education

High School diploma

Associate's degree

Tools

Access

Excel

ISO Train

Line Management Systems

Job description

Job Title: Group Leader, Operations - 3rd Shift

Location: Cherry Hill, NJ

Job Type: Full-time

Req ID: 12513

Description

We continue to be committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are seeking a talented and motivated Group Leader, Operations. In this role, you will be responsible for providing the necessary leadership to achieve product quality, cost control, cGMP compliance, safety, and the execution of the production schedule to support customer service requirements. Through leadership, commits to employee feedback and developmental processes. Coordinates all functions and leads Filling, Inspection, and/or Packaging efforts. Oversees the work of other employees, gives direction, and prioritizes work assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Adheres to all environmental, health, and safety SOPs, policies, and procedures, including any department-specific requirements.
• Coordinates and oversees daily activities of hourly production staff, providing leadership assistance and necessary coaching.
• Initiates and completes investigative reports for production-related process deviations.
• Provides phase-in training for new and existing employees.
• Provides conflict resolution and handles general problems/requests when necessary.
• Evaluates/enforces current practices within areas of responsibility.
• Coordinates orders for production-related materials.
• Provides problem investigation and resolution. Supports management and engineering projects as assigned.
• Maintains training records for individual departments and production areas.
• May create and run reports on Access, Excel, ISO Train, and Line Management Systems, including tracking line performance
• Performs inspection processes as necessary based on line/room running (startup samples, House samples, in-process inspection).
• Must become gown-qualified.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required with a minimum of five [5] years of experience in a non-GMP environment or a minimum of two [2] years of experience within a GMP manufacturing environment. Has demonstrated leadership skills or potential leadership abilities in his/her work. Ability and working knowledge of how to use a computer.
• Associate's Degree with a minimum of two [2] years of work experience in a GMP or non-GMP environment Minimum of two [2] years of work experience in a GMP or non-GMP environment. Has demonstrated leadership skills or potential leadership abilities in his/her work. Ability and working knowledge of how to use a computer.
• LANGUAGE SKILLS:
• Candidate should have strong interpersonal skills and be an excellent communicator who can successfully interact and coordinate activities across departmental boundaries and at varying levels within the organization.
• Excellent English language comprehension, both written and verbal.
• MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
• Able to perform mathematical calculations associated with production documentation analysis and problem-solving.
• REASONING ABILITY:
• Technically oriented with the ability to analyze problems and suggest solutions.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• Lifting and bending requirements are possible, and the candidate should be able to lift 5 – 40 lbs to support line activities.
• Good visual acuity with or without eyeglasses/contacts (eye exam required).
• WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• The work environment for this position involves walking, lifting (up to 40 lbs.), bending, and sitting. Most of the time is spent performing manual inspection, paperwork, and coordination of line activities.
• Noise levels are moderate to high. Ear protection may be required in some areas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in site training management systems preferred. Knowledgeable in site label verification vision systems preferred. Knowledgeable in line management data capture systems preferred.

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $28.05 per hour. The compensation for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, work location, prior experience and job-related knowledge, relevant skills and expertise, current business needs, and market factors. The Talent Acquisition team can provide more details about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law