Pharmaceutical Production Supervisor

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Life cover

Professional development

Annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking an experienced Pharmaceutical Production Supervisor to oversee manufacturing operations, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient production of high-quality medicines.

You will lead a team of production operators, manage daily schedules, drive continuous improvement, and ensure adherence to cGMP, SOPs, and regulatory standards in a busy production environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in pharmaceutical manufacturing, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Thorough understanding of cGMP and pharmaceutical processes and quality systems.
• Strong leadership, team management and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment in Bloemfontein.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production activities, ensuring adherence to schedules and targets.
• Lead, train, and motivate a team of production operators.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, SOPs, and safety regulations in the production area.
• Monitor production processes, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage inventory of raw materials and finished goods within the production area.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback to team members.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree (Pharmacy/related)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Pharmaceutical Production Supervisor to oversee manufacturing operations at their facility in Bloemfontein . This role is vital for ensuring the efficient, safe, and compliant production of pharmaceutical products. You will lead a team of production operators, manage daily production schedules, and ensure adherence to all quality and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pharmaceutical manufacturing, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of operational excellence and product quality within a busy production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production activities, ensuring adherence to manufacturing schedules and targets.
• Lead, train, and motivate a team of production operators.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP , SOPs, and safety regulations in the production area.
• Monitor production processes, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage inventory of raw materials and finished goods within the production area.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback to team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Thorough understanding of cGMP , pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and quality systems.
• Strong leadership, team management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Experience working in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment in Bloemfontein .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and life cover.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• A stable and supportive work environment focused on producing high-quality medicines.