Supervisor, Production Support

at  Thermo Fisher Scientific

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Supervisor, Production Support will be responsible for overseeing all activities of the teams responsible for cleaning and sanitizing the manufacturing facility, cleaning of primary, secondary, and ancillary equipment, and assembly of production related manufacturing tanks, vessels, and supply assemblies in support of the manufacture of Commercial and Clinical Biologics. The Supervisor will be accountable for the Safety, Quality, Deliver, Cost, and Engagement metrics associated with the Production Support department, ensuring that all work performed in the department are following standard cGMP documented practices per the assigned shift and following current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• HS Diploma/ GED required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 5 - 9 years relevant work experience required
• 2+ years supervisory/leadership experience preferred (pharmaceutical industry preferred)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Lead shift exchanges and daily huddles for team as required. Act as liaison with other groups within the manufacturing organization and a Subject Matter Expert on various techniques.
• Efficient in MS Office
• Able to read, write, and communicate in English
• Knowledge of cGMP practices, aseptic techniques, or chemical concepts- preferred
• Critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
• Detail Oriented and Results Driven
• Critical evaluation of processes, including foresight and thinking ahead.
• Able to understand and carry out instructions
• Able to work in an environment of change
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to recognize problems developing, not just occurring
• Seeks and welcomes feedback and responds to coaching.
• Practices and promotes safe work habits and adheres to safety procedures and guidelines.
• Utilizes manufacturing process knowledge and investigational skills to identify and resolve manufacturing issues and drive continuous improvement in process operations.
• Provides feedback on document revisions and/or document management including batch production records and manufacturing procedures.
• Maintain safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Coordinates training with team either in class or on the floor, as needed.
• Helps build cross-functional relationships and enhances relationships with team members.
• Provides frequent feedback and coaching to others on ways to improve performance.
• Complete production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel, prioritizing tasks, supervising progress, revising schedules, resolving problems, and reporting results.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Must have the ability to wear a full gowning suit which includes bodysuit, gloves, hair & beard nets, face covers, and safety glasses. (These items are prohibited: makeup, jewelry, nail polish, cologne / perfume, scented lotions or hair care products, etc.)
• Able to adhere to clean room gowning requirements, including wearing Tyvek, Nitrile, and/or Latex gloves
• Ability to lift minimum of 25 lbs. independently
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel and/ or crouch for 80% of the shift

Please refer the Job description for details