Under direct supervision of the production supervisor, the basic purpose of this position is to provide technical direction and leadership in assigned areas. Responsibilities will include troubleshooting product and process related issues, lead process reliability objectives, assigning work tasks, resolving employee issues, ensuring a safe work place through proper training of the work force, maintaining compliance status and determining support group interventions as needed.
Oversee operating area(s) and responsible for converting components/bulk into finished product in a safe, sanitary, cost-effective, and efficient manner that meets company quality standards
Communicate to management progress of the department, problems, employee actions, new ideas, and all other relative information to the shift and department
Drives performance standards of associates, recognizing and rewarding individual/team accomplishments and counseling performance problems as needed
Interface with other department Team Leaders and employees in a professional manner to coordinate the activities and issues
Lead Process Reliability activities (run-rates, downtime, changeovers) to drive higher line performance
Provide daily/weekly reports to supervision as needed to support project/initiatives
Complete line paperwork in accordance Work Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures
Utilize company ERP system for inventory transactions, scanning, label creation, verifying additions to batch records and data entry
Maintain clean work environment at all times, including and not limited to hygiene practices and 5S standards
Ensure rooms and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained and coordinate / perform all cleaning duties as required
Ensure all inventory issues are monitored and resolved
Interface with other departments as required (i.e. product development, maintenance, engineering, etc.)
Maintain proper recording and usage of batch records per established compliance processes
Ensure SOPs, work instructions and cGMP(s) are followed at all times
Work overtime and perform other duties as required
Ability to function effectively at both strategic and tactical levels
Proven leadership skills including the ability to coach, assess, evaluate, develop, motivate, and empower others
Strong change management skills to challenge the status quo and drive improvements
Models and supports organization’s goals and values
Leadership by example, “roll up the shirtsleeves” management style and work ethic
High School Diploma or equivalent
2 years experience in a manufacturing operations role Proficiency in MS Office applications such as Excel, Word and Outlook
Understanding of MAPICS, i5 production software or related AS400 systems
Knowledge of FDA regulations, GMPs, sanitation processes and procedures and HAACP
Understanding of production scheduling and other production variables such as run-rates, processing times, change-over times, etc.
Demonstrated knowledge of efficient and safe manufacturing operations to include product and associate safety, OSHA standards, product quality (success rates), throughput delivery and cost control (minimizing downtime and waste, optimizing yield)
Detailed oriented with good problem-solving skills
Established evidence of leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to execute work assignments autonomously
Ability to maintain composure in stressful environment with sometimes conflicting priorities
Ability to meet department deadlines
IVC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V - EOE. International Vitamin Corporation (IVC) is a leading global manufacturer of vitamins and nutritional supplements with more than half a century of private label and contract manufacturing experience, an impeccable quality and regulatory compliance record, and with new resources focused on enriching the health and lives of others.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
Manufacturing
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