Team Leader Production - Days (M-Th 6am-4:30pm)

Teva Pharmaceuticals; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Teva Pharmaceuticals in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Production Team Lead to oversee daily packaging operations, lead the shifts group of operators, and drive ownership and continuous improvement across the line. You will coordinate with maintenance, push for on-time delivery and quality.

The role emphasizes coaching, problem solving, and applying cGMPs, with responsibilities including root-cause analysis, TPM/OEE reporting, and CMMS data entry; candidates should have 2+ years in a regulated

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer associates or technical degree.
• Requires a minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a regulated industry.
• Pharmaceutical or other cGMP manufacturing facility experience required.
• Solid oral dosage packaging equipment knowledge strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Motivate, coach, and lead others to meet the production requirements of the shift.
• Performs production duties in area/line as designated by area supervision.
• Improve the plant’s performance including Delivery, Production Capacity, Operational Costs, and Quality.
• Lead root cause analysis (A3) of repetitive problems and investigate equipment failures.
• Work closely with maintenance to perform line improvements and repairs as necessary.
• Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for entering and performing work orders.
• Generate reports for assigned metrics related to TPM and OEE on the packaging lines.
• Performs job functions in accordance with company policies and procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s), and Batch Record instructions.
• Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situation or data requires knowledge and evaluation of identifiable factors.
• Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies and selects methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• Normally receives minimal-to-moderate instruction on routine work and receives detailed instructions on new assignments.
• Proactively recommends methods and procedures for problem resolution
• Required to routinely wear personal protective equipment such as safety shoes, safety glasses, powered air purifying respirator, gloves, etc
• May be required to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Occasionally be lifting or moving heavy objects up to 50 pounds

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates or technical degree preferred

Tools

CMMS

Packaging equipment knowledge

Job description

We Are Teva

We’re Teva, a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. Whether it’s innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology or delivering high-quality medicine worldwide, we’re dedicated to addressing patients’ needs now and in the future. Here, you will be part of a high-performing, inclusive culture that values fresh thinking and collaboration. You'll have the room to grow, the flexibility to balance life with work, and the opportunity to better health worldwide, together.

We Are Teva

We’re Teva, a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. Whether it’s innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology or delivering high-quality medicine worldwide, we’re dedicated to addressing patients’ needs now and in the future. Here, you will be part of a high-performing, inclusive culture that values fresh thinking and collaboration. You'll have the room to grow, the flexibility to balance life with work, and the opportunity to better health worldwide, together.

Our Team, Your Impact

Shift = Days M-Th 6am-4:30pm

We are searching for a Production Team Lead to join our team in Cincinnati, OH! As a Production Team Lead, you will work as a member within the Packaging Team. This includes leading the daily production activities, and managing the shifts group of operators. The preferred candidate blends working knowledge of equipment and processes with an understanding of concepts to drive a culture of ownership and continuous improvement.

How You’ll Spend Your Day

• As a change agent, motivate, coach, and lead others to meet the production requirements of the shift.
• Performs production duties in area/line as designated by area supervision.
• Improve the plant’s performance including Delivery, Production Capacity, Operational Costs, and Quality.
• Lead root cause analysis (A3) of repetitive problems and investigate equipment failures.
• Work closely with maintenance to perform line improvements and repairs as necessary.
• Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for entering and performing work orders.
• Generate reports for assigned metrics related to TPM and OEE on the packaging lines.
• Performs job functions in accordance with company policies and procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s), and Batch Record instructions.
• Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situation or data requires knowledge and evaluation of identifiable factors.
• Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies and selects methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• Normally receives minimal-to-moderate instruction on routine work and receives detailed instructions on new assignments.
• Proactively recommends methods and procedures for problem resolution
• Required to routinely wear personal protective equipment such as safety shoes, safety glasses, powered air purifying respirator, gloves, etc
• May be required to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Occasionally be lifting or moving heavy objects up to 50 pounds

Your Skills And Experience

Equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience that fulfills the requirements of the position will be considered.

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer associates or technical degree.
• Requires a minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a regulated industry.
• Pharmaceutical or other cGMP manufacturing facility experience required.
• Solid oral dosage packaging equipment knowledge strongly preferred

Also Good to Have

• OPEX/Lean Implementation experience preferred.
• Technical knowledge of equipment attributes and processes and root cause problem solving.
• Ability to work with and motivate individuals to help adapt to culture change required.
• Self-directed with ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Communicate effectively with written and oral communication skills.
• Interact positively with co-workers, team, and supervision.
• Computer proficiency with knowledge of automated systems (CMMS) preferred.

How We’ll Take Care Of You

At Teva, better health starts from within, and that includes you. From day one, you’ll be supported with benefits designed to help you thrive in and out of work. This includes generous annual leave, reward plans, flexible working schedules (dependent on role), access to tailored health support, and meaningful ways to give back to the community. When it comes to your career, you’ll be encouraged to explore, evolve, and shape your path. Twist, our one-stop shop for career development platform, gives you access to a wide range of possibilities, from learning programs and short-term projects to opportunities for internal growth. Here, you’ll be part of a culture that empowers you to reach your goals and prioritize your wellbeing every step of the way.

We Offer a Competitive Benefits Package, Including

• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage starting on the first day of employment, providing the employee enrolls.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match, up to 6% and an annual 3.75% Defined Contribution to the 401k plan.
• Time Off: Paid Time Off including vacation, sick/safe time, caretaker time, and holiday.
• Life and Disability Protection: Company paid Life and Disability insurance.
• Additional benefits include, but are not limited to, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Life Style Spending Account, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, if eligible , Family Building Benefits, Virtual Physical Therapy, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurances, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Plan, Voluntary Life Insurance and Long Term Disability and more.

Teva’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment

Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's global policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, veteran status, national or ethnic origin or any other legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable laws. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience. Please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience. Request a reasonable accommodation by sending an email to [e-mail] with the nature of your request and your contact information. Only inquiries concerning a request for a reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.