Manufacturing Manager - Pharma Operations

ALPLA Group; Guayama (PR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Performance Bonus

Paid Holidays

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Christmas Bonus

Life Insurance

Job summary

ALPLA Group in Puerto Rico seeks a Manufacturing Manager to lead all manufacturing activities within the Pharma Operations at the plant level. You will drive planning, production, and maintenance with a strong focus on optimization and continuous improvement.

Required qualifications include a Bachelor/Master or Diploma in operations/manufacturing and 5+ years in manufacturing (ideally plastic packaging), plus leadership experience and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master or Diploma with affinity to operations/manufacturing.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in manufacturing, preferably in plastic packaging.
• Deep understanding of cost calculation and performance metrics.
• Proven track of leadership experience and ability to train and develop the operations team.
• Advanced MS Office skills.
• Ability to work independently to tight deadlines and proactive in solving problems.
• Proficiency in English and other language skills are of advantage.
• Willing to travel for work.

Responsibilities

• Lead all manufacturing activities within the Pharma Operations at the plant.
• Plan, produce and maintain the plant's operations.
• Drive optimization and continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.
• Represent ALPLA at the plant level and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Leadership experience

Cost calculation

Independent problem solving

Deadline management

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor/Master or Diploma in operations/manufacturing

Tools

MS Office

Job description

What You Will Enjoy Doing The Manufacturing Manager represents ALPLA at the plant level and is responsible for leading all manufacturing activities within the Pharma Operations business. With entrepreneurial actions the job holder secures the future of the respective ALPLA plant with optimization and continuous improvement. The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for all topics concerning the plant's operations including planning, production and maintenance.

What You Will Enjoy Doing The Manufacturing Manager represents ALPLA at the plant level and is responsible for leading all manufacturing activities within the Pharma Operations business. With entrepreneurial actions the job holder secures the future of the respective ALPLA plant with optimization and continuous improvement. The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for all topics concerning the plant's operations including planning, production and maintenance.

What Makes You Great

• Bachelor/Master or Diploma degree with clear affinity to operations/manufacturing
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in manufacturing company, preferably in plastic packaging
• Deep understanding of cost calculation and performance metrics
• Proven track of leadership experience and ability to train and develop the operations team
• Advanced MS Office skills
• Ability to work independently to tight deadlines and proactive in solving problems
• Proficiency in English and other language skills are of advantage
• Willing to travel for work

What you can expect working with us

ALPLA is a global leader in the development and production of plastic packaging solutions. We manufacture innovative packaging systems, bottles, caps, and injection-molded parts for the food and beverage, personal care, home care, oils, and pharma industries. Every day, people around the world encounter our products in their daily lives, at work, or during their leisure time. We greatly appreciate your time and interest in becoming part of the Pioneer Family.

Benefits

What You Can Expect When Working With Us

• Medical Insurance (Employer Contribution)
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Performance Bonus
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Leave
• Sick Leave
• Christmas Bonus
• Life Insurance

At ALPLA, discrimination of any kind is not tolerated. We strongly support diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunities. Our talent acquisition process is aligned with applicable laws and labor best practices, fostering our values and promoting a culture of respect for everyone.