Supervisor, Packaging (246)

Civica Rx; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Civica Rx in Petersburg, VA seeks a Supervisor Packaging to lead daily packaging operations and ensure timely pharmaceutical production. You will oversee equipment, training, deviations, and batch documentation in a fast-paced GMP setting.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in GMP manufacturing with 2+ years of supervisory experience, strong writing skills, and experience with change management and Lean/Six Sigma initiatives. On-site role with collaborative cross-department work.

Qualifications

• Experience in a GMP manufacturing environment is essential.
• Strong writing and documentation skills are required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications is expected.
• Experience leading process improvements and change management initiatives is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily packaging operations to meet production schedules.
• Conduct shift meetings to communicate updates and gather team feedback.
• Monitor team productivity and adjust staffing to minimize downtime.
• Oversee batch records, deviations, investigations, and manufacturing documentation.
• Support R&D and MSAT activities for new product introductions and tech transfer.

Skills

Packaging operations

Supervisory experience

GMP knowledge

Lean/Six Sigma

Documentation/writing

MS Office

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Description:

The Supervisor Packaging will play a part in the facility start-up, with primary responsibilities focused on supporting daily manufacturing operations and the timely production of pharmaceuticals at the Civica Petersburg, VA site. In collaboration with stakeholders, this position will lead day-to-day Packaging Operations, running all packaging equipment, supporting new product introductions on the packaging lines, equipment qualifications, change management, investigations, training, and development. The ideal candidate will have a consistent track record of achieving results in a fast-paced Pharmaceutical Packaging environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the Packaging team to execute daily and weekly production schedules to meet operations objectives.
• Conduct daily shift meetings to communicate current events, issues, and solicit team feedback.
• Monitor Packaging team productivity and resolve immediate production needs to facilitate efficiency. Coordinate the team’s break and lunch periods to minimize production downtime.
• Manage daily and weekly staffing requirements to account for absent personnel (PTO) to satisfy production needs. Coordinate overtime scheduling as needed.
• Monitor the inventory of packaging supplies. Report any quality issues and shortages to prevent production interruptions.
• Conduct training and ensure staff training is documented, is current, and follows cGMP requirements.
• Review batch records, cycle reports, and other manufacturing documentation to identify and address any potential quality issues.
• Perform and/or oversee batch accountability calculations and final batch quantity confirmations.
• Provide immediate support in the identification and documentation of deviations and discrepancies on the packaging floor.
• Support cross-departmental activities including maintenance, qualification, testing, and investigational activities.
• Assist in the development and update of manufacturing procedures and training materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manufacturing management.
• Assist R&D and MSAT on new product introduction and tech transfer activities to meet commercial demand.
• Initiate and complete manufacturing investigations including root cause analysis and product impact assessment.
• Assist in the creation, revision, and management of manufacturing documents such as Batch Records and SOPs.

Basic Qualifications and Capabilities: Basic Qualifications (Knowledge, skills, and abilities)

• 8+ years’ experience in a GMP manufacturing environment. Packaging Operations experience preferred.
• 2 years’ supervisory experience in a GMP manufacturing environment with associate degree, or equivalent experience and knowledge.
• Strong writing and documentation skills.
• Experience in a process improvement environment, including change management, optimizing process flow, and participating in Lean/Six Sigma project teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the essential duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to speak or hear. The employee is frequently required to use their hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.