Production Supervisor

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Summary of Objective: 

​​Reporting to the Director of Operations Manager, responsible for directing and overseeing the production and operations of the Packaging Rooms and auxiliary processes.  Ensures conformance to quality requirements, pharmaceutical controls, standard operating procedures and health and safety legislation and practices.  Assists with the investigation and troubling shooting of issues related to equipment, packaging processes, etc. bringing forward ideas and recommendations to improve efficiencies (labour and equipment) as well as streamline processes and procedures.  Assists with the planning of production runs and the deployment of people and resources.  ​

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The essential duties and responsibilities include the following but other duties may be assigned.  

• ​​Oversees the daily operations of the Packaging Rooms assigning and directing the work of the Line Leaders, Material Handlers and Packagers.​ 

• ​​Monitors and directs the operation and pace of the lines.  Monitors and reports on the shift’s production output.​ 

• ​​Reviews the schedule and ensures production is executed efficiently with a high-quality product and minimal waste.​ 

• ​​Ensures adherence to standard SOP’s and job specific packaging procedures.​ 

• ​​Coordinates with the Warehouse and Quality Assurance to ensure issuance and reconciliation are correct for packaging runs.​ 

• ​​Partners with the Mechanics and Line Leaders on the troubleshooting of production issues.​ 

• ​​Oversees the precise checking of production output.​ 

• ​​Performs Line/Packaging Room Clearances.​ 

• ​​Completes and/or ensures all documentation (e.g. Batch Records, production run documentation) is completed in an accurate manner for the shift.​ 

• ​​Monitors quality via “in process” inspection processes in partnership with the QA Inspectors.​ 

• Makes recommendations to the Director regarding improving labour and machine efficiencies and decreasing waste.  

• Participates in the recruitment process and candidate selection and conducts employee orientations  

• Schedules temporary resources.  

• Oversees employee training identifying needs and concerns, consulting with the Director on how to close gaps.  

• Promotes a positive working environment and encourages two-way communication.  

• Investigates and writes production incidents and deviations.  

• Raises to the Director any issues, down time, concerns with products, machinery, employees, etc.  Prepares and issues on a daily basis a detailed shift report.  

• Responsible for adhering to and enforcing GMP and safety practices.  

• Ensures Packaging Rooms are cleaned and maintained on a daily basis and all logbooks are complete and accurate. 

• Responsible for monitoring health and safety in the Packaging Rooms. 

• This position may require overtime and/or weekend work.  

• Knowledge of and adherence to all PCI, cGMP, and GCP policies, procedures, rules. 

• Attendance to work is an essential function of this position. 

• Performs other duties as assigned by Manager/Supervisor. 

Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for the stated position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Required: 

• Post-secondary education combined with a minimum of 5 years’ assembly experience and 5 year supervisory experience, preferably the pharmaceutical or food packaging industry 

• Possesses a mechanical aptitude to comprehend, assess and help resolve production, work flow and equipment issues  

• Effective communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills 

• Demonstrated supervisory experience and ability 

• Ability to follow and implement directives in a fast-paced customer-driven work environment 

• Possess analytical and problem-solving skills 

• Experience with MS Office, ERP systems an asset. 

• Knowledge, experience and understanding of GMP an asset 

• Knowledge of Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act as well as health and safety in the workplace 

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, etc. an asset 

Preferred: 

• ​​Ability to demonstrate attention to detail. ​ 

• ​​Ability to effectively present information to various people as the job requires. ​ 

• ​​Ability to exhibit sound and accurage judgment. ​ 

• ​​Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner. ​ 

The base salary hiring range for this position is ($67,040 – $75,420 CAD), with eligibility for an annual performance bonus. The final offer will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, education, professional designations, specialized skills, and work location. This posting is for an existing vacancy currently open and available for hire.

PCI provides full-time employees in Canada with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which includes paid time off, extended health benefits (including dental and vision), life and disability insurance, and retirement savings options such as an RRSP with employer contributions. Additional wellness and employee-support programs may also be available."

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PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company’s purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity – at every level. We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.

This posting is for an existing vacancy currently open and available for hire.

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