JOB DESCRIPTION: LAUNDRY LEAD SUPERVISOR

Position Summary:
As a Laundry Lead Supervisor, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining operational compliance within our production and changing areas. You will coordinate the inspection and processing of garments, ensure their timely delivery, and maintain an inventory of key supplies. Your responsibilities will include effective locker management, coordinating shift patterns, and collaborating with external laundry vendors.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Able to lead a small team.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Good understanding of GMP requirements for Sterile Pharma Manufacturing.
• Proficient in electronic document management tools.

SOFT SKILLS:

• Attention to detail.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Focused and able to concentrate on repetitive tasks.
• Methodical approach.
• Passionate about quality and patient care.
• Dexterity.
• Physically fit (able to lift 15kg and stand for sustained periods with reasonable adjustments).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate shift patterns to fully support production.
• Collect and replenish garments and GMP PPE consumables.
• Process training garments, QC sampling garments, and lab coats.
• Control hand gels and IPA wipes in all changing areas.
• Maintain relationships with external laundry vendors.
• Perform uniform tailoring, badge sewing, minor repairs, and alterations.
• Dispose of old uniforms according to site waste procedures.
• Service machines regularly to prevent breakdowns and improve efficiency.
• Ensure all operatives understand the Laundry SOP 000049256.
• Provide timely training, including chemical handling.
• Coordinate monthly Level 1 surveillance with no overdue.
• Maintain and regularly reassess the Risk Assessment log.
• Handle and allocate locker management for the site.
• Collaborate with supply chain to order and replenish consumables.
• Ensure all staff adhere to safety rules.
• Conduct monthly 1:1 meetings with staff, including goal setting.
• Promote the use of PPI in the department and engage in the JDI process.
• Future-proof the laundry department in line with site growth plans.
• Ensure laundry is audit inspection-ready at all times.

EH&S RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understand and follow emergency procedures.
• Align with EH&S policies, rules, and instructions.
• Report and investigate all accidents, near misses, and rule breaches.