Production Supervisor

Job Description Job Description STAQ Pharma is currently hiring for a production supervisor to join our team here in the Columbus area JOB DESCRIPTION Summary The Production Supervisor provides leadership and supervision support for multiple production areas such as formulation, aseptic filling, inspection, and labeling/packaging. This position manages day-to-day cGMP manufacturing activities and collaborates with other departments to achieve production goals. Is trained and qualified in controlled and aseptic gowning and provides on-the-floor support to production personnel in (CNC) and Classified (ISO 8, ISO 7, ISO 5) environments as needed. This position is responsible for implementation and compliance with STAQ Quality Systems (includes SOPs, WIs, etc.), continuous quality improvement activities, and ensuring compliance cGMP and applicable regulatory (e.g., FDA, DEA, OSHA) requirements. Safety and Responsibilities SAFETY Strictly adheres to all regulatory requirements, health and safety (e.g., OSHA, EPA, RCRA) requirements, procedures, work instructions, and corporate policies.Immediately stops any task that is determined to be an imminent hazard.Promotes and demonstrates safe work practices and adhere to PPE requirements.Safely handles chemicals, corrosives, solvents, and other pharmaceutical compounds.Demonstrates physical ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. and push/pull pallets, product containers, etc., multiple times per shift. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Supervise employees who are responsible for formulation; aseptic filling; inspection and labeling; or facility sanitization. Position may have dotted line supervision to other areas of operations.Provide support to technicians who are responsible for product formulation, aseptic filling, inspection and labeling, or facility cleaning and disinfection. Participate in production activities as required. Coordinate training and education for employees in areas of good documentation practices, gowning, formulation, aseptic filling, and other applicable production processes. Ensure employees trainings are completed on time. Assist in interviewing, hiring, and onboarding operations personnel. Demonstrates and serves as an example to others safe work culture including PPE use, chemical and material handling. Create and maintain production schedule with input from key leadership, and ensure daily tasks and resources are allocated to support schedule and achieve Production goals. Participate in the creation, review, and revision of batch records, procedures, policies, and other quality documents that pertain to Operations. Identify and analyze production efficiencies, downtime, and waste. Leads team to improve results and production output. Exercise discretion, judgment, and personal responsibilityRecognizes and initiates deviations when discovered. Appropriately investigates and documents in a timely manner. Implements corrective actions and CAPAs as required. Supports technical teams such as engineering, R&D, facilities, etc. in their activities and goals.Ensure all SOPs are current, training on SOPs and processes remains current and compliance with STAQ Quality Systems.Analyze Production efficiencies, downtime, and waste. Lead teams to improve results and production output. Write or assist with writing non-conformances that occur in the department. Work with Quality to quickly resolve any variance or document errors so that product may be released on time. Supports technical teams such as engineering, facilities, etc. in their activities.Assist in managing staffing levels and budget spending when necessary. Values and Behaviors Demonstrates accountability by ensuring the production team operates according to procedures and completes all tasks as required. Recognizes individual and team deviations and leads the related investigations and corrective actions.Provide strong people leadership with a focus on creating/maintaining a positive work environment through effective communication, performance management, accountability, etc. This includes time and attendance review and maintenance for all department employees.Demonstrates integrity by maintaining high ethical standards and treats all employees with trust, respect, and professionalism. Respectfully holds others accountable by providing constructive feedback. Leads a diverse and high performing team. Remains open to new ideas and perspectives, communicate across shifts as required, and complies with procedures to create a safe work environment. Demonstrates motivation by implementing and progressing towards departmental and company goals. Demonstrates courage and innovation by speaking up about viable options for improvements and supporting successful implementation. Required Qualifications and Education 4-year accredited college degree, or 5+ years of experience in a cGMP production environment, preferably pharmaceutical manufacturing.3 or more years of leadership/supervisory experience; 2 or more years aseptic processing preferred. Preferred Skills Experience with project management and change control. Demonstrated effective and respectful interaction skills and a measurable track record of influence and leadership at an organization. Demonstrated organizational, motivational, analytical problem-solving and strategic thinking skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment with dynamic priorities and demands.