BUSINESS AREA: Industrial Affairs
LOCATION: Riells i Viabrea
JOB PURPOSE
The HSE Manager is responsible for the Occupational Risk Prevention Service at the Riells plant and ensures that all necessary activities are carried out to comply with the Group’s Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policy and regulatory standards. This includes covering all areas of occupational risk prevention, either through internal resources or by engaging External Prevention Services, to guarantee the safety of people and assets and protect the environment at the Riells production site.
This position is part of the Site Management Committee and reports directly to the Site Head. The role also includes managing the HSE team of two professionals.
JOB RESPONSABILITIES
· Ensure coverage of the three technical specialties: Workplace Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and Ergonomics & Psychosociology.
· Define and implement the HSE Management System (Health, Safety, and Environment) at the Riells Industrial Site to foster a preventive culture and continuous improvement, aiming to prevent accidents, occupational diseases, and minimize the environmental impact of site activities.
· Develop and implement a set of instructions and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable legislation and company policies and requirements in the HSE domain.
· Perform the duties of a Prevention Technician in accordance with Royal Decree 39/1997.
· Define and coordinate the implementation of the Riells Preventive Plan.
· Conduct and maintain updated risk assessments for all technical specialties at the Riells site.
· Investigate HSE incidents and accidents, including environmental ones.
· Define and monitor corrective and preventive action plans.
· Define PPE requirements for each job position and ensure their availability for all site employees.
· Establish communication channels to facilitate reporting of accidents, incidents, and risk situations by any worker at the Riells site (including company employees, temporary staff, or external collaborators).
· Defining and implementing procedures and instructions to ensure compliance with all legal and company HSE requirements.
· Define and ensure compliance with the training and information plan for all Riells employees to guarantee they have the necessary knowledge in occupational risk prevention.
· Act as the HSE contact person for the Safety and Health Committee and may be a member of this committee.
· Define and implement the Emergency Plan and procedures for action in case of occupational or environmental accidents.
· Act as the Emergency Manager and Crisis Management Coordinator.
· Develop and implement a management system to enhance sustainability and reduce the environmental impact of the Riells site.
· Coordinate the environmental impact assessment of the Riells site.
· Define an action plan with preventive and corrective measures to ensure compliance with applicable environmental legislation and mitigate the site's environmental impact as much as possible.
COORDINATOR OF SITE SECURITY
· Act as the site contact for coordinating corporate-defined security activities.
· Ensure implementation of security actions as instructed.
· Report any security incidents occurring at the site to corporate security services.
· Serve as the contact for the security service provider at Riells.
· Act as liaison with authorities for any security incidents, required information, or exceptional measures.
KPIs TO REPORT
1. Cycle Time and Lead Time: Cycle time measures the duration needed to complete a specific production process, while lead time tracks the total time from order to delivery
2. Capacity Utilization: Indicates how much of the production capacity is being used, helping to identify underutilization or overloading
3. Inventory Turnover Rate: Measures how often inventory is sold and replaced over a period, indicating the efficiency of inventory management
4. First Pass Yield (FPY) measures the percentage of products that meet quality standards without rework
5. Right First Time (RFT): tracks the percentage of processes completed correctly the first time
6. Downtime: Tracks the amount of time production is halted due to equipment failure, maintenance, or other issues
7. Compliance Rate: Measures adherence to regulatory requirements and internal quality standards, ensuring products meet safety and efficacy standards
8. Cost per Unit: Calculates the cost to produce one unit of product, helping to manage production costs and improve profitability
9. Scrap Rate: Measures the percentage of materials wasted during production, indicating efficiency and areas for improvement
10. On-Time In-Full (OTIF) Delivery Rate: Measures the percentage of orders delivered on time and in full, reflecting the reliability of the supply chain
11. Employee Training Hours: Tracks the number of hours employees spend in training, ensuring they are up to date with the latest practices and regulations
Leadership: Ability to lead and motivate a team to achieve production goals.
GMP Knowledge: Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to maintain compliance with industry standards
Management: Overseeing staff schedules, maintaining morale, and developing training programs
Teamwork: Collaborating effectively with team members to work towards shared goals.
Communication: Both verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with staff, vendors, and senior management
Problem-Solving: Identifying and resolving issues that arise during the production process
Project Management: Planning, executing, and closing projects efficiently
Time Management: Prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines and ensure smooth operations
Attention to Detail: Ensuring precision in production processes to avoid errors
Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changes in regulations and production demands
Technical Skills: Knowledge of production processes and proficiency in relevant software
Safety Management: Ensuring a safe working environment and adherence to safety protocols
Quality Control: Ensuring products meet quality standards and implementing quality assurance protocols
Knowledge and experience related to the manufacturing and conditioning processes of pharmaceutical products.
REQUIRED TRAINING
PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL SKILLS
· Security at Issue HSE instructions and procedures applicable to the entire site
· Establish HSE diagnostics and assessments
· Develop risk management programs and evaluate their costs
· Assess the safety level of installation or equipment
· Analyze risks, make appropriate decisions, and alert Management if necessary
· Study workstations and risk exposure measurements
· Issue recommendations for workstation and workplace arrangements
· Master's degree in HSE or equivalent training
HUMAN AND RELATIONAL SKILLS
· Coordinate emergency response/interventions in case of accidents
· Argue and convince internally on risk management and their consequences
· Raise awareness and train on hygiene, safety, and environmental approach and risk prevention
· Advise different departments on HSE matters
· Manage the HSE team
PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL
Official Training Master of Workplace Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and Ergonomics & Psychosociology (Real Decret 39/1997 “Reglamento de los Servicios de Prevención”)
English Advanced
Educational Background: Typically, a bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field is required. Advanced degrees (e.g., master's or Ph.D.) can be advantageous.
GMP Training: Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) training is essential. This includes understanding the regulations and guidelines that ensure products are consistently produced and controlled according to quality standards
Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with regulatory requirements from bodies like the FDA (21 CFR 211.25) and EMA is crucial. This includes training on compliance, quality control, and safety standards
Role-Specific Training: Training tailored to the specific tasks of a production manager, such as quality control, manufacturing processes, and supervisory skills, is important. This can include hands-on training, mentoring, and assessments
Environmental Postgraduate
Continuous Education: Ongoing training to stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and regulatory changes is necessary. This can be achieved through workshops, seminars, and online courses
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