2020-345 – Production Manager (weekend shift) – Waterford Full Time

Purpose: 

The production manager is involved with the planning, coordination, and control of manufacturing processes. They ensure that goods and services are produced efficiently and that the correct amount is produced at the right cost and level of quality.

Responsibilities: 

• Manage Cartoning / 3.8ml production and the introduction of new technology through team leadership
• Conduct Standard Work for managers. Monitor standard work for OSS /Team Leads and operators
• Train and Participate in workplace innovation, Align to tier management system
• Responsible for the production activities including, PPI, Yields, Downtime, Quality Metrics and the utilization of machinery & human resources
• Initiate changes to work practices and procedures
• Provide a high level of technical competence and leadership to the shift to ensure that operational issues are identified and managed to achieve challenging KPI’s and higher operational performance
• Promotion of decision making at operative & technician level through effective development and fostering of a strong team working culture
• Promote a quality culture and act to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements including FDA and cGMP
• Conduct and manage performance appraisals for operators and identify and implement appropriate training & development plans
• Execute communications within the unit and to other departments within the company
• Plan and manage team members attendance, timekeeping
• Establish and maintain high standards in relation to Environmental Health & Safety work practice
• Meet budgetary targets set in relation to output and spend

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• 3rd level qualification, preferably in a technical discipline desirable
• Previous supervisory management experience in a manufacturing environment complying with FDA, cGMP requirements is essential (unionized environments preferred)
• Advanced leadership skills to build and motivate the process team by providing clear direction and facilitation
• A successful track record in managing conflict resolution