Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor 12 hour days (7AM-7PM)

Gerresheimer

Gerresheimer is an innovative systems and solutions provider and a global partner for the pharma, biotech and cosmetic industries. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of pharmaceutical containment solutions, drug delivery systems and medical devices as well as solutions for the health industry. The product range includes digital solutions for therapy support, medication pumps, syringes, pens, auto‑injectors and inhalers as well as vials, ampoules, tablet containers, infusion, dropper and syrup bottles and more.

Gerresheimer ensures the safe delivery and reliable administration of drugs to the patient. With 35 production sites in 16 countries it has a global presence and produces locally for regional markets. With around 12,000 employees, the company generated revenues of around €2bn in 2023.

Reports to Manufacturing Manager and supervises a designated shift comprised of employees engaged in the production, selection and packaging of glass vials and cartridges, and other pharmaceutical and scientific laboratory glassware.

This is a 12‑hour shift role; 7AM‑7PM.

• Reviews operations of proceeding shift, including status of jobs and equipment, production schedules, job change requirements and availability of glass tubing, packing materials, and miscellaneous parts.
• Checks for proper machine operation, lehrs, packers, printers, and miscellaneous operations.
• Monitors production KPI’s (scrap, downtime, job changes, etc.) ensuring effective resource allocation and employee development to meet company targets.
• Coordinates daily assignments of Operator’s, Hot End Specialist’s, and Packer’s. On evening shifts coordinates and directs maintenance and quality control.
• Coordinates the training of new employees on all machines and processes.
• Involved with the daily monitoring Statistical Process Control utilizing Infinity QS on all designated processes with responsibility that process meet agreed upon dimensional capabilities for Cp/Cpk.
• Adheres to all quality objectives and ensures quality standards are met.
• Maintains production records utilizing SAP for production monitoring and verifies accuracy.
• Maintains time and attendance system functions for employee’s working on their designated shift including the tracking of employee attendance points.
• Ensures that employees comply with plant health, safety, and housekeeping requirements.
• Supports GMS initiative through team participation.

• Maintains open communications program with all employees.
• Maintains and ensures accuracy of employee time and attendance system.
• Cooperates internally with Plant Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Pack Room Coordinator, Hot End Specialist, Machine Operators, Selector Packers, Quality Control and Maintenance.
• Cooperates externally with customers, vendors and other Gerresheimer facilities.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent, Associates Degree in Management or Engineering.
• Three – Five years’ experience in glass production or related manufacturing experience.
• Experience in directing and supervising employees.

• Excellent written and oral communications and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow established technical and administrative procedures.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite).
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Statistical Process Control.
• Able to read blueprints.
• Use of calipers and gauges.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

• Values – Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Innovation & Teamwork.
• Confidentiality.
• Ability to motivate employees.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Communicates and delegates assignments clearly and concisely.
• Able to handle pressure of time constraints in meeting plant goals.
• Demonstrates leadership through daily activities and professional conduct.
• Detail oriented.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Competent and conscientious.
• Orderly and clean environment.
• Good communications, patience and diplomacy in dealing with others.

$68-72K

• Total rewards package with compensation
• Healthcare
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Wellness
• Disability coverage
• 401k match
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Life insurance
• PTO (Paid Time off)
• Holidays

Gerresheimer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regards to race, color, religion, sex national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.