Packaging Supervisor

Germer International - Pharmaceutical Recruiting; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Germer International - Pharmaceutical Recruiting seeks a qualified candidate to supervise packaging personnel in a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting. You will aid in GMP/SOP training, troubleshoot equipment, and ensure proper operation of labeling, counting, and other key machinery.

Role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement, with responsibilities including coordinating training, supporting KPIs, and stepping in for the Packaging Supervisor if needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• On-the-job training with at least 12 months in manufacturing.
• Packaging experience in pharmaceuticals preferred: 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Supervise packaging personnel as established by Packaging Supervisor.
• Aid in training personnel (GMPs, SOPs, and general operations).
• Troubleshoot equipment problems and escalate of issues to maintenance and management.
• Know how to operate all key machinery, presses, labelers, staplers, counters, balances, etc.
• Set up for and work with handicapped personnel, e.g., Nishna Productions, and other outside personnel.
• Provide training to packaging associates and ensure they are properly trained for work assigned.
• Promote a safe work environment at all times and remediation of any unsafe conditions.
• Make recommendations and take ownership of continuous improvement projects in packaging.
• Fill-in for the Packaging Supervisor in their absence.
• Support organizational KPI’s and goals on a daily basis.
• Promote a pro-active culture that embraces right the first time approach to work environment.
• Focus on quality and safety as the primary goals in all aspects of the job.
• Assist in the development of robust CAPA’s to resolve issues experience in packaging.
• Support the usage of computer systems that promote more effective records & data entry.

Skills

GMP knowledge

SOP adherence

Training

Quality focus

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise packaging personnel as established by Packaging Supervisor
• Aid in training personnel (GMPs, SOPs, and general operations)
• Troubleshoot equipment problems and escalation of issues to maintenance and management
• Know how to operate all key machinery, presses, labelers, staplers, counters, balances, etc.
• Set up for and work with handicapped personnel, e.g., Nishna Productions, and other outside personnel
• Provide training to packaging associates and ensure they are proper trained for work assigned
• Promote a safe work environment at all times and remediation of any unsafe conditions
• Make recommendations and take ownership of continuous improvement projects in packaging
• Fill-in for the Packaging Supervisor in their absence
• Support organizational KPI’s and goals on a daily basis
• Promote a pro-active culture that embraces right the first time approach to work environment
• Focus on quality and safety as the primary goals in all aspects of the job
• Assist in the development of robust CAPA’s to resolve issues experience in packaging
• Support the usage of computer systems that promote more effective records & data entry

REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION

Required: High School Diploma

Preferred: Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree

EXPERIENCE:

Required: On the job training and at least 12 months in manufacturing

Preferred: Two years of packaging experience in pharmaceuticals operations