Packaging Supervisor- B Shift

Unither Pharmaceuticals; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 82,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical premiums

401(k) with match

HSA contributions

Bonuses and merit increases

Job summary

Unither Manufacturing LLC in Rochester, NY, seeks a Production Supervisor to direct and oversee the production process, ensuring safety and GMP compliance. You will manage staff, monitor performance, and coordinate with multiple departments to optimize scheduling and batch records.

The role demands strong leadership, GMP/SOP knowledge, and the ability to drive continuous improvements in a regulated manufacturing environment. The work schedule is Monday–Friday, with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree strongly preferred with 2 years related experience in pharma or regulated environments.
• Associate’s degree with 5 years related experience and 2 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Previous food/drug/chemical industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee production process operations to ensure safe, GMP-compliant performance.
• Lead staff, assign work, monitor attendance, and approve leave and overtime.
• Improve efficiency by analyzing production problems and coordinating with other departments.
• Maintain training matrices, coach employees, and identify root causes for deviations.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

GMP knowledge

SOP compliance

Math/basic analytics

Education

B.S. degree

Associate’s degree

Pharma/regulatory experience

Job description

Who we are?

As a French pharmaceutical industrial group, we strive to make healthcare solutions that improve and simplify patients' lives accessible to as many people as possible.

Who we are?

As a French pharmaceutical industrial group, we strive to make healthcare solutions that improve and simplify patients' lives accessible to as many people as possible.

As a world leader in sterile single dose, we have 10 sites on 4 continents and more than 2400 employees.

Since 2013, our site Unither Manufacturing LLC. based in Rochester (NY), specializes in the manufacture of Blow-Fill-Seal, Liquid Stick-Packs, Pharmaceutical bottles, Tablets and Capsules. It has more than 360 employees.

Your role

Reporting to the Production Manager,

SCHEDULE: Monday- Friday 3pm-11:30pm

JOB SUMMARY:

Direct and oversee the production process operations. Ensure that all phases of production activity are performed in a safe manner and in compliance with GMP and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s). Maintains a management presence in the production areas through the monitoring and control of Production processes. Improves the efficiency of the operation by analyzing and correcting production problems; and coordinating with other departments to ensure scheduling efficiency and batch record audit completion.

• Provides supervision and direction to staff and coordinate workflow within the work unit, including distributing work, disseminating information, assigning staff to cover for absences, providing technical assistance, answering questions, and resolving problems. Ensure work is scheduled effectively; and checkpoints and controls are set for monitoring progress.
• Monitors subordinates’ attendance. Reviews and approves vacation and leave requests. Authorizes all overtime. Verifies and approves timecards weekly.
• Manages employee performance by clearly defining job responsibilities and standards of performance, providing clear, thorough, timely feedback. Promptly addresses performance problems through corrective action.
• Evaluates and appraises employees’ performance and follows-up with proper documentation.
• Investigates and addresses employee complaints and follows up with Manager, and HR as required.
• Ensures self and staff keep up to date with technical knowledge and developments that impact roles.
• Ensures an effective learning environment by coaching employees, orchestrating learning opportunities, and providing relevant, high-impact feedback.
• Assists in interviewing and hiring subordinate staff.
• Understands HR policies and practices and uses them to manage employees.
• Conducts ongoing assessment and training needs identification including maintaining the training / skill matrix for assigned shift. Creates learning opportunities for all staff as part of daily operations.
• Timely and thoroughly follow up on and investigate process deviations with clear, concise, and definitive direction in identifying root cause(s) and providing effective CAPAs.

• Drives effectiveness and efficiency of department by; leading daily production meetings, reviewing performance of last 8–24 hours and coordinating with groups outside the Manufacturing/Packaging Team to obtain or provide information and/or resources (such as personnel and equipment).
• Drives high levels of customer service levels by executing the production schedule -- anticipating and mitigating operational issues through effective planning and communication with management, staff, peers, and support groups including actively communicating corporate, department, and shift to shift information.

• Identifies weekly labor requirements and develops a schedule in conjunction with the Manager. Actively participates in covering openings based on unexpected absences and break schedules, etc.
• Coordinates activities with the other shifts according to Production requirements, established priorities and availability of materials for production.
• Develops and maintains the departmental cross functional training matrix to support production and fill in for vacancies as needed through minimal use of overtime.
• Actively manage overtime to minimize hours required to meet the schedule. This may involve providing remote support and occasional on-site assistance as needed.

• Participates in Safety/GMP Audit Programs.
• Will halt process and immediately notify QA and Manager of any concerns about Product Safety or quality.
• Participates in investigations and prepares PR/Audit documentation as appropriate.
• Ensure stakeholders are appropriately trained on the process and any process changes.
• Identifies and implements opportunities for improvement in GMP, compliance, waste reduction, streamlining processes, etc. while maintaining process effectiveness (e.g. 5S).
• Evaluates effectiveness of SOPs, identifies changes that would enhance processes, and ensures that all change control documentation is implemented.
• Reviews, edits, and approves Operations documents.

• Monitors’ Production area conditions and ensure that work areas are organized, free from hazards, and that the Production floor is clean.
• Monitors and verifies that all assigned employees, including temporary labor, follow company GMPs, safety regulations, and all general workplace SOPs and practices. Addresses any observed violations and notifies Manager.
• Holds regular safety meetings.

Your profile

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• B.S. degree strongly preferred with 2 years related experience preferably in a pharmaceutical or regulated environment; or
• Associate’s degree with 5 years related experience preferably in a pharmaceutical or regulated environment; and 2 years previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Previous food/drug/chemical industry experience

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to lead and maintain adequate level of performance of individuals engaged in job tasks that are highly structured, routine, and repetitive.
• Ability to resolve problems and issues to ensure efficient flow of manufacturing operations and work completion.
• Basic math skills and ability to understand the metric system required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds to lift and maneuver bulk containers of ingredients.
• Must have physical mobility and dexterity to frequently stand, bend, push, twist, kneel, climb, stoop, and reach overhead and be able to stand for extended periods of time while performing duties.
• Considerable mental/visual concentration, coordinating manual dexterity
• Must be able to operate power equipment; routinely drives/operates lifts.
• Must be able to work safely with materials and equipment; works with chemicals, tools, and equipment.
• May work in an environment with variable but moderately high noise levels (hearing protection recommended). Must wear safety glasses, safety shoes, gloves, and other protective items as required.
• Must wear appropriate garments and coverings per cGMP (uniforms, hair/beard nets, etc.).
• Must be available for flexible schedule and/or overtime. Days and hours of work are subject to change due to production schedules.
• Works with chemicals, tools and other equipment.

Compensation Range

82,000.00 - 92,000.00 USD

The referenced compensation range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

A Smarter Total Compensation Package

At Unither, your base salary is just the beginning. Our Total Rewards include:

• 100% employer-paid medical premiums (a $2,000–$6,000+ annual value)
• 401(k) contributions: 6% match plus an additional 4% company-funded contribution
• HSA contributions with wellness incentives
• Annual performance bonuses and merit increase eligibility
• And more—because we invest in your health, your future, and your peace of mind.

It’s a package designed to reward impact—not just hours worked.

More Than Just a Paycheck

At Unither, we don’t just offer competitive hourly wages—we also pay 100% of your medical premiums. That means no paycheck deductions for your healthcare, which can be worth an extra $1 to $3.50 an hour in your pocket compared to jobs where you pay part of the premium.

Learn more about us:

We are a dynamic company driven by a spirit of victory and are therefore pursuing strong growth while maintaining a close relationship with our customers and employees.

Our culture is based on 5 values: Respect, Responsibility, Trust, Courage and Innovation. We are committed to bringing these values to life with our employees by granting them a high degree of autonomy in the exercise of their profession and by encouraging their initiatives.

We are committed to providing them with working conditions and atmosphere that is conducive to their development and the expression of their potential.

We propose you to integrate a site that values the meaning of work and that entrusts our employees with a high level of responsibility.

Join us and make a difference!

Unither is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and to ensuring equal employment opportunity for all applicants.