Senior Manufacturing Supervisor

Kenvue Germany GmbH; United States; On-site; USD 91,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefit Package

Paid holidays and vacation

Learning & Development Opportunities

Kenvuer Impact Networks

Job summary

Senior Manufacturing Supervisor at Kenvue Germany GmbH in Las Piedras, Puerto Rico, oversees daily production planning, supervision of operators and maintenance coordination to ensure on-schedule output in a GMP environment. This onsite role requires strong leadership, cost awareness, and cross-functional collaboration with QA, maintenance, and supply chain.

The candidate will drive continuous improvement, document processes, manage safety and environmental compliance, and mentor staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Minimum 4+ years of experience in manufacturing supervision or similar.
• Strong knowledge of GMP and quality/compliance systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate production staff to meet daily/weekly plans.
• Ensure adherence to GMP, safety and environmental requirements.
• Lead process improvements and cost controls within the department.
• Coordinate maintenance and materials to keep lines running smoothly.

Skills

Bilingual EN/ES

Leadership

Quality systems

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Senior Manufacturing Supervisor

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:

What we do

At Kenvue , we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information , click here .

Role reports to: Operations Manager

Location: North America, United States, Puerto Rico, Las Piedras

Work Location: Fully Onsite

What you will do

Coordinate the activities necessary for the completion of all production plans. Supervise, train,coordinate, and distribute tasks among all employees for the operation. Assure proper maintenance offacilities manufacturing equipment, in a compliance environment of a 24 hours / 7 days operation. Supportthe development of special projects and initiatives established by the company’s business plan. Review(when required) and approve the manufacturing and packaging records. Support employee developmentand coaching and assure proper weekly employee communication and recognition.

Area Responsibilities:

• Coordinates daily activities of the department such as:
• a. Assigns instructions to the operators and mechanics-operators during their shifts, for theexecuting of the production plan.
• b. Coordinates equipment maintenance and assures the supply of materials, machinery andother necessary equipment to ensure the efficiency of the operation.
• Conducts daily meetings during his/her shift, to discuss with employees the relevant aspectsof the business and the department.
• Actively participates in tactical meetings to develop an executable production plan, controloperational costs and maximize efficiencies.
• Coordinates the activities necessary to implement the production plan with different processsupervisors, staff and other departments.
• Ensures the processes under his/her responsibility comply with the Good ManufacturingPractices, Safety and Environmental requirements, established by the company andregulatory agencies.
• Ensures the necessary preventive or corrective measures are taken, to prevent/solveoperational or quality problems, through the generation of work orders.
• Promotes and monitors the "Housekeeping Program" of his/her area and surrounding areasat all times.
• Support Process Excellence initiatives/projects in order to reach business CIPs goals.
• Ensures staff in charge carries through all the transactions and required documentation ontime and accurately.
• Participated in the controls budget preparation for the manufacturing / packaging and/orwarehouse areas, to better utilize the available resources.
• Facilitates and documents diligently, the clarification and resolution of incidents/deviations,during the manufacturing process.
• Participates in the development and implementation of action plans, resulting from internaland external audits.
• Ensures the data collection and preparation of reports, including technical assessments andrecommendations relating to the operation such as, but not limited to: performance, waste,PTP, PV, PF, Downtime/OEE, efficiencies, attendance, quality and security.
• Oversees operations of the manufacturing / packaging to achieve production objectives.
• Identifies and implements projects to improve safety, quality and operating costs of his/herarea of responsibility.
• Assists the manager in developing and managing the budget of the department.
• Evaluates and coordinates process and validation equipment of his/her work area, tofacilitate the implementation of such, according to the established requirements.
• Coordinates and supervises subcontracted/technical work in the areas, to ensure compliancewith company policies and procedures.
• Selects, hires, evaluates, supervises, takes disciplinary action, develops, rewards andcoordinates vacation schedule of employees that are under his/her responsibility.
• Trains or coordinates the required training, to ensure the efficient operation of his/her areaof responsibility.
• Handles emergency medical situations and follows the procedures of the Company, in theevent the Nurse is not available.
• Performs management functions during the absence of area manager, in negotiations insideand outside the company, as required.
• Ensures the implementation of required preventive and corrective/emergency maintenance, for the proper operation of equipment (including the generation of work orders and theircompletion).
• Supports the Operators in the execution of the assigned tasks and ensures compliance withthe "Operator Asset Care” principles.
• Executes on a yearly basis, efficiency assessments using FMECA and ReliabilityEngineering techniques.
• Review (when required) and approve the manufacturing and packaging master records.
• Packaging Supervisor executes the line/area confirmation after the cleaning inspection of theline/area (Major and Minor Cleaning) and prior to the line/area clearance by QA.
• Ensures compliance with the ISO14001 Standard.
• Promotes and encourages employees to achieve environmental objectives and targets.
• Dispose adequately the papers or any other recyclable material generated during their tasksexecution to avoid an increasing of non-hazardous waste.
• Promotes and encourage employees to have commitment and alignment to the organization’senvironmental policy.
• Participates in cross-training initiatives as part of the flexible workforce / developmentstrategy, and provides support when needed, in other departments or roles within theoperations area.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree, preferable in Engineering, Administration or Natural Sciences.
• Experience : More than four (4) years of experience working in the pharmaceutical industry,preferable.
• Three (3+) or more years of experience working as a Supervisor or Leader role.
• Strong knowledge in quality and compliance systems in the regulated pharmaceuticalindustry
• Have knowledge of two (2+) or more Operation Areas.
• Basic knowledge on validation and qualification principles
• Experience leading process improvement projects; including but not limited to ownership ofchange controls, Standard Operating Procedures, and protocols
• Physical Demands:
• Sedentary work that requires minimum effort. It also requires skills incommunication, eye-hand coordination, ability to move and manual skills.
• Tolerance to the use ofpersonal protective equipment for respiratory airways. In occasions, climbing, kneeling andstooping.
• Occasionally requires movements of objects such as: lifting, pushing, loading andhauling. Requires near visual acuity and hearing, medium and distant.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Bilingual (English/Spanish-oral and written).
• Knowledgeablein cGMPs and pharmaceutical industry applicable regulations. Computer literate.
• Leadership: Incumbent should demonstrate solid competencies on the current values andbehaviors to effectively contribute to the transformation of the scope of work.

Other Requirements:

• Able to travel in and outside of Puerto Rico. Able to work extra hours andto respond to emergency calls that require returning to the company, and to work alternate shifts.
• Available to work in other areas, according to business strategies

What’s in it for you

Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges:
$90,950.00 - $128,400.00

This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.

• - Competitive Benefit Package*
• - Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
• - Learning & Development Opportunities
• - Kenvuer Impact Networks
• - This list could vary based on location/region

*Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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