Job Description

Production Manager - Port ElizabethFull job descriptionOverviewManage and support production processes and outputsLong term production and shift planningProblem identification and solution engineeringManage and guide production staff through team leadersPerformance management of direct reports, monitoring of performance management within departmentReviewing and approving production instructions, validation and qualification of manufacturing equipment and toolsResponsibilitiesPlanning and Unit ManagementProvide technical and operational input into processes, procedures and policiesCoordinate the communication, management, and implementation of strategic plans and monitor implementationBuild and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholdersDevelop, implement, and monitor Focus Factory operating budgetsEnsure availability and optimal allocation of resources within unitPerform HR functions for optimal management of unitEmpower subordinates through training, information sharing, coaching, feedback, appraisals, and delegation, to ensure the development of people, teams, and organisational capabilitiesAttend production, quality and safety meetingsProduction Planning and Process ManagementEnsure operational excellence with regards to safety, quality, and productivity of the Focus Factory, and its ability to deliver high levels of service to internal and external customersManage people, materials, equipment, business and manufacturing processes to deliver Factory performance objectives, as measured by factory KPI'sEnsure compliance with policies/procedures for shift rotation, vacation scheduling, and training to meet business needs including peak production periodsManage the development and implementation of daily production schedule to ensure high levels of OTIF to internal and external customersEnsure effective implementation of new technology and productsImplement TPM and other continuous improvement programsDevelop and implement CAPEX budgetsEnsure integrity of business processes related to finished goods inventory replenishment, and new product introductionsGovernance, Risk & ComplianceEnsure adherence and compliance to regulatory requirementsEnsure that appropriate validations are completed as per validation requirements and scheduleInitiate and set targets, and review GMP, quality and training needs Skills requiredBackground/experienceMinimum of Bachelors degree preferred, ideally in Pharmacy/ Engineering/ Chemistry with 10 years related experiencePharmaceutical manufacturing experienceProject Management experienceSpecific job skillsStrong working knowledge of Pharmaceutical manufacturingProblem solving and solution engineeringPharmaceutical standards and compliance requirementsCoaching, leadership and mentoringAbility to interpret and implement policies, processes and objectivesCompetenciesOffering InsightsMaking DecisionsManaging PerformanceCustomer AwarenessDeveloping Others

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