Lead - Manufacturing Operations Systems

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We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

We are looking for a Manufacturing Operations Systems specialist to report to an Associate Director of Packaging Operations. The specialist will own initiatives and process improvements, act as a liaison between operations and multiple functional groups to support event management, change controls, and more. The specialist will also assist the operations team in day‑to‑day management of the production floor, lead investigations, and drive implementation of actions related to deviations.

• Support site leadership to build a capable site organization by delivering area operational procedures, quality processes, and controls for the packaging areas.
• Monitor and build a strong safety culture.
• Ensure consistency of operations across shifts through active engagement on the shop floor, Gemba walks, and practice‑vs‑procedure evaluations.
• Participate and/or lead cross‑functional teams in the development and implementation of strategies associated with the area for initiatives such as continuous improvement, root cause analysis (RCA), failure modes effect analysis (FMEA), and operational standards for supply‑chain excellence (OSSCE).
• Identify changes required for MES and ensure they are implemented consistently with operational practices.
• Work with EWM, IDS and master‑data teams to support launch and ticket builds.
• Lead training and troubleshooting for operations.
• Work closely with logistics on the release of orders.
• Understand and influence the manufacturing control strategy for the area.
• Be trained as a deviation investigator.
• Develop and monitor metrics for the area.
• Aid in issue resolution, batch/product approvals, and production schedule execution.
• Lead specific activities of the process teams.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  2–5 years in operations or manufacturing support in pharmaceuticals.
• Preferable technical or science degree.
• Experience in a cGMP environment.
• Experience with EWM and SAP environments and transactions.
• Career interest in operations leadership.
• Device assembly or packaging experience.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment and supporting all HSE goals.
• Understanding of basic regulatory agency requirements such as the FDA, EMEA, DEKRA, and OSHA.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

• Ability to travel up to 10 % of the time.
• Must be flexible to attend meetings or support off‑shifts (operations is 24/7).

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