Sr. Supervisor Manufacturing (PFF)

The Sr. Supervisor, Manufacturing oversees a smaller Manufacturing operation and/or Technical group. Executes assignments of high complexity, and develops solutions for defined problems in order to meet objectives in accordance with cGMP, Safety Regulations and production schedule. Analyzes processes and operations to develop and execute plans in order to meet departmental objectives as well as business objectives. May provide input on budgeting process and actively ensuring spending is controlled through budgetary approvals (PO's/Invoices).  Promote, champion and lead employees awareness of company/department/site goals, expectations, policies and procedures. 

  Primary responsibilities for role (level-specific responsibilities should be included in the chart below): 

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  Manage daily activities associated with the production plan for an assigned area. 

  
  

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  Manage interactions and serve as SME with partner groups (i.e. Maintenance, Quality, Tech Doc Support, etc. Research) and address complex process deviations, documentation errors, etc.  

  
  

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  Leads the planning and organization of specific job assignments for an assigned area in accordance with cGMP, Safety Regulations and production schedule.    

  
  

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  May oversee Training and Documentation Manufacturing function.  

  
  

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  Manage directs reports at the Supervisor and Tech Support level.  

  
  

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  Lead CI (continuous improvement) initiatives to drive production performance.  

  
  

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  Provide input on budget planning for area of responsibility.  

  
  

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  Authorizes approved expenditures based on guidelines (i.e. PO's, invoices, etc.)  

  
  

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  Responsible for HES and quality compliance.  

  
  

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  Review, author and execute ETPs as required       

  
  

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  Provide input or my sometimes lead on various project initiatives (i.e. new technology, etc.) 

  
  

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  Participate and provide input on appropriate employee disciplinary outcomes for high level infractions with Senior management 

  
  

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  Promote, champion and lead employees awareness of company/department/site goals, expectations, policies and procedures. 

  
  

 Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization. Ability to lead teams and promote a positive and thriving team environment.  Ability to troubleshoot and provide sound solutions for complex process related matters.    

 Schedule: 

1st shift, Monday-Friday 

 Minimum Requirements: 

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  BA/BS degree plus 5 years of proven technical/project management and leadership experience in a FDA, USDA environment OR Masters degree plus 3 years of proven technical/project management and leadership experience in a FDA, USDA environment. 

  
  

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  Depending on the area of assignment, directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements.  Example:  If a job level requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years of experience, an equivalency could include 8 years of experience, an Associate’s degree with 6 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 2 years of experience.    

  
  

 Occupational Demands:      

Work is performed in an office and/or a laboratory/manufacturing environment. Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms.  Exposure to electrical office equipment. Exposure to extreme cold below 32*, miscellaneous production chemicals, moving machinery and production equipment. Exposure to high levels of noise on production floor. Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves. Frequently sits for 4-6 hours per day. Frequent hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.  Occasionally walks. Often performs duties standing. Frequently bends and twists neck and waist.  Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 35lbs. Frequently drives to other facilities.  Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences.  Frequently interacts with others, relates sensitive information to diverse groups.