Supervisor, Comm. Production

PCI TRGR Penn Pharmaceutical Services Ltd; Illinois; On-site; USD 63,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

PCI Pharma Services is seeking a Production Supervisor for the Commercial Production department at 18th Avenue. You will lead daily production activities, ensure adherence to cGMP and OSHA standards, and drive continuous improvement to deliver high-quality products on time.

The role requires an associate degree or higher, supervisory experience, and strong math and computer skills. A bachelor's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in a related field and/or 1-3 years related experience and/or training.
• Full Professional Proficiency: ability to speak, read, and write fluently and accurately.
• High Reasoning: ability to solve practical problems with varied concrete variables.
• History of successful supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily production floor activities on their shift in compliance with policies and regulations.
• Lead safety initiatives and investigate incidents to determine root causes and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with procurement, maintenance, warehouse and quality departments to meet service levels.
• Oversee hiring processes and train staff using defined methods (e.g., TWI).
• Own and drive KPIs via visual controls and communications.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Computer skills

Supervisory experience

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title: Supervisor, Commercial Production Department

Group: Operations

Location: 18th Avenue

Summary of Objective: The Production Supervisor is responsible for the safety, quality, and operational excellence for their shift and value stream. In this role they direct and coordinates daily, weekly and monthly objectives and activities for their value stream. Manage the overall workflow by assigning responsibilities to direct reports for the production floor to ensure right first time and on time delivery to our customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct the daily activities of the production floor, on their shift, in compliance with company policies and procedures, along with all federal, state and local regulations, including OSHA, FDA, cGMP standards and employment law.
• Responsible for the Safety culture and results on the production floor, own and drive safety improvements within your value stream.
• Ensure all safety incidents on their shift are investigated, root cause determined, and corrective actions identified and implemented to mitigate future risk.
• Communicate operational challenges and execute your course corrections with regard to Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, or Personnel.
• Facilitate the line/shift handoff prior to departure every day.
• Plan and execute activities with procurement, maintenance, warehouse and quality departments through active communications to achieve and sustain results.
• Understand operating challenges and utilize problem solving tools to drive continuous improvement opportunities for your value stream.
• Manage daily schedule to ensure proper staffing levels to include periods of vacations and holidays to meet required service levels.
• Oversee and participate in the interview/selection process of hiring.
• Educate and train staff using TWI methodology to ensure adherence to performance expectations as defined in current best practice documentation.
• Perform associate evaluations through Quantum, providing feedback and development as needed.
• Own and actively drive KPI’S for your value stream through visual control boards and line communications.
• Analyze performance of equipment, personnel and shift for improvement opportunities, develop plans and execute projects to improve the process.
• May require use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR).
• Manages time and attendance daily and approval of payroll.
• This position may require overtime and/or weekend work.
• Knowledge of and adherence to all PCI, cGMP, and GCP policies, procedures, rules.
• Attendance to work is an essential function of this position.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Manager/Supervisor.

Special Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must be physically capable to perform the duties listed below with or without reasonable accommodations which may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions - Stationary Position: Under a 1/4 of the day.
• - Move, Traverse: 3/4 of the day and up.
• - Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, or place: Up to 1/4 of the day.
• - Install, place, adjust, apply, measure, use, or signal: None.
• - Ascend/Descend or Work Atop: None.
• - Position self (to) or Move (about or to): None.
• - Communicate or exchange information: 3/4 of the day and up.
• - Detect, distinguish, or determine: 3/4 of the day and up.

Work Environment

• Work near moving mechanical parts for 1/2 to 3/4 of the day.
• The noise level in the work environment is typically, moderate.

Qualifications

Required:

• Associate's Degree in a related field and/or 1-3 years related experience and/or training.
• Basic Mathematical Skills
• Intermediate Computer Skills: Ability to perform more complex computer tasks and has knowledge of various computer programs.
• Full Professional Proficiency: Ability to speak, read, and write fluently and accurately on all levels pertinent to professional needs.
• High Reasoning: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where there is only limited standardization.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions that may be provided in various forms.
• History of successful supervisory responsibilities.

Preferred:

• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to effectively present information to various people as the job requires.
• Ability to set and achieve challenging goals.
• Bachelor’s Degree

Salary and Benefits

• The hiring rate for this position is $62,920 -$70,660 plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including but not limited to specific and relevant experience, education, credentials, geography, and subject matter expertise.
• PCI offers full-time employees a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, health insurance coverage (including dental and vision), flexible spending account, and 401(k).

Join us and be part of building the bridge between life changing therapies and patients. Let’s talk future

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status. At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company’s purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity – at every level. We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.

Why work for PCI Pharma Services?

At PCI, we have an uncompromising focus on providing quality and operational excellence and providing the industry leading customer experience. Our people make all of this happen, so providing an industry leading experience for our people is equally as important. By creating an authentic culture of purposeful work, we aspire to be an interesting and fulfilling place for talented individuals to grow careers. We live a philosophy of intentional learning combined with real-life experience supported by a fair and competitive rewards program. We are individuals, teams and a company that believes in our purpose and our approach is simple, the people who work at PCI fuel our business; we don’t say no, we figure out how.