Packaging Manager

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IRL Dundalktime type:
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JR116072

Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients.
** We are PCI.
** Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI.We are looking for a
** Packaging Manager** (Permanent role) to join our team in Dundalk, County Louth.
** Summary of Role
** The Packaging Manager is a key member of the site Operations Leadership Team, responsible for leading a high-performing, multi-skilled team in a fast-paced, regulated manufacturing environment. The role will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Packaging Department to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient production. Accountable for departmental performance, driving operational excellence, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability.
** Key*
* ** Responsibilities
* *** Operational Leadership:
*** Lead and coordinate daily packaging operations to meet production schedules, quality standards, and customer requirements in a GMP regulated CDMO environment.
* Monitor and drive achievement of departmental KPIs, including output, quality, safety, and efficiency targets across multiple packaging lines.
* Implement agile and lean production practices to continuously improve productivity and reduce waste.
* Provide clear direction and performance expectations to team members across all shifts, ensuring operational continuity in a multi shift environment.
** People Management & Team Development:
*** Recruit, onboard, and develop production team members in collaboration with HR and training functions.
* Promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture, with a strong focus on engagement, quality, safety, and continuous learning.
* Deliver regular feedback, coaching, and performance reviews, address performance or conduct issues in line with company policy.
* Ensure adequate cross-training and succession planning within the team to reduce skill gaps and dependency risks.
* Manage workforce planning in line with demand fluctuations.
** Quality & Compliance:
*** Ensure compliance with all internal and external regulatory and quality standards.
* Ensure strict adherence to GMP, SOPs, and applicable regulatory requirements.
* Collaborate with Quality Assurance to investigate and resolve deviations, non-conformances, and customer complaints.
* Support internal and external audits and inspections, ensuring readiness at all times.
* Drive right-first-time culture through effective training, coaching, and quality metrics awareness.
** Communication &

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

*** Actively participate in daily tiered communication meetings, planning sessions, and cross-functional forums.
* Maintain effective working relationships with key departments including Engineering, Warehouse, Quality, Planning, and Procurement.
* Provide timely updates on production status, risks, and improvement initiatives.
* Support client-facing activities as required, including walkthroughs or discussions related to batch packaging or deviation investigations.
** Continuous Improvement:
*** Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
* Utilise problem-solving tools and techniques to address root causes and implement sustainable solutions.
* Support digitalisation and automation initiatives where appropriate.
** Required Qualifications & Experience
*** Minimum of 3 years’ supervisory or people management experience in a high-volume manufacturing or packaging environment.
* Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a primary or secondary packaging environment.
* Technical certificate, diploma, or degree preferred; candidates with strong equivalent technical experience will also be considered.
* Experience in a GMP-regulated or pharmaceutical environment essential.
* Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams in a dynamic setting.
* Strong interpersonal, communication, and…