Supervisor, Production - 2nd shift

Fresenius Kabi; Town of Grand Island (NY); On-site; USD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Kabi in Town of Grand Island, NY is seeking a Supervisor for liquid production to oversee scheduling, component prep, terminally sterilized filling and capping, and the coordination of personnel.

This role emphasizes process improvement, deviation investigations, training, and collaboration with management. The position involves overtime as needed and offers a salary between $73,614 and $90,000 plus a 6% bonus.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication and proofreading skills.
• Detail oriented with strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily/weekly production schedule per area directions.
• Oversee shift production processes on the floor.
• Coordinate with management and other functions for support activities.
• Empower staff to define and implement process improvements.
• Complete deviation investigations with root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with policies, safety programs and cGMPs.
• Coordinate staffing and training for the area.
• Develop and deliver staff training and evaluate performance.
• Establish effective cross-shift communication.
• Support product release via batch record review.
• Create and review SOPs.
• Provide production data for monthly reports and efficiency tracking.
• Perform other duties and overtime as required.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

BS/BA in life sciences or engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

Access

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for the supervision and coordination of liquid production personnel and processes within an assigned area of responsibility. Control may include but is not limited to; scheduling and organizing component preparation, Terminally Sterilized filling, and capping.

Salary Range: $73,614 - $90,000 Annually + 6% Bonus

Hours: M-F; 2PM-10:30PM

Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the execution of the daily/weekly production schedule based upon direction from the area production managers.
• Oversees the production processes on their assigned shift, working on the production floor to coordinate all relevant production activities.
• Interacts with department management and other functional areas to coordinate all support activities relating to their assigned area.
• Empowers assigned personnel to engage in defining and recommending continuous process improvements,
• Completes thorough deviation investigations in a timely fashion, performing detailed root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventative actions.
• Assures the compliant application of departmental and company policies and procedures, safety programs, standards and cGMP's.
• Coordinates staffing for their assigned area of responsibility and assures personnel training is up to date.
• Develops and executes training and follow-up programs to enhance staff development. Regularly evaluates performance of operations personnel.
• Establishes effective communication methods to provide continuity of information across all operations and shifts.
• Supports product release through the efficient review and completion of production batch records.
• Creates, revises and reviews departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
• Provides production data to managers in support of monthly reports and line efficiency tracking.
• Assumes other duties as assigned by production management.
• Works overtime as required.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree in life sciences or engineering discipline preferred (work experience in lieu of a degree is possible)
• Previous supervisory experience in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Proven oral and written communication and proofreading skills required.
• Detail oriented and proficient computer skills: d Microsoft Office software, including Excel, Word, and Access preferred.
• Previous experience in an FDA regulated industry preferred (3-5 years).

Additional Information

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability, 401K with company contribution, and wellness program.

Please note that joining our team does not create a guaranteed or permanent employment arrangement. All employment is at‑will, meaning both the employee and Fresenius Kabi have the right to end the employment relationship at any time, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.