Operations Supervisor – Visual Inspection

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Position Overview:

The Operations Supervisor – Visual Inspection is responsible for shift leadership for multiple drug product inspection lines within the area, as well as developing technical expertise of manufacturing employees. This individual must ensure that the inspection lines are adequately staffed with trained/qualified employees. Strict adherence to safety and quality rules and procedures is required.  This is direct line supervision for line leaders and operators.

This role is expected to be an on-the-floor leader and will be a subject matter expert for the visual inspection process. This role will have the opportunity to be directly involved with hiring new technicians for their team. 

Responsibilities:

 

·       Support Site Leadership to build a diverse, inclusive, and capable site organization by delivering area operational procedures, quality processes and controls for Parenteral areas 

·       Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, working safely, and accountable for supporting all HSE goals 

·       Ensures qualified/trained staffing for operators working on the manufacturing lines 

·       Communicate with the area Manager on quality, equipment, and operational issues and areas for improvement 

·       Responsible for the coaching, development, and performance evaluation of operators/technicians

·       Originate/Investigate/write deviations or operational quality issues 

·       Collaborate with support functions to achieve a consensus for unexpected events during manufacturing

·       Act as both administrator and technical leader for operations, setting a good example through demonstrated knowledge of procedures, compliance with quality systems and use of proper technique 

·       Responsible for shop floor execution as it relates to business plan and current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) conformance 

·       Responsible for maintaining the standard work and throughput

·       Responsible for maintaining all compliance aspects of manufacturing

·       Responsible for execution, review and closeout of electronic and paper batch records

Basic Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2+ years previous experience in operations or directly supporting a pharmaceutical manufacturing operation
• Strong understanding of FDA guidelines and cGMP requirements 
• Must pass a post offer physical exam.
• Must pass eye exam and not be color blind.
• Must be able to work in shift structure

Additional Skills/Preferences:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a life science, engineering, or technical field 
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills 
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle and prioritize multiple requests 
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to train and mentor others 
• Demonstrated leadership experience with an emphasis on respect for people 
• Skills in providing/receiving feedback and creating employee development plans 
• Basic computer skills (desktop software) are required 
• Previous experience with automated, semiautomated, and manual visual inspection processes/equipment
• Previous experience in facility/area start-up environments 
• Previous experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems and electronic batch release 
• Experience with root cause analysis/technical writing 
• Organizational and motivational skills 
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles 

Additional Information:

• Ability to work overtime as required
• Ability to work weekends when required
• Ability to wear safety equipment (glasses, shoes, gloves, etc)
• Primary location is Kenosha County, Wisconsin
• Ability to travel (approximately 10%)

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the job requirements at the time it was prepared.  The job requirements of any position may change over time and may include additional responsibilities not specifically described in the job description. For GMP purposes, the job description should be updated for significant changes.  As always, you should consult with your supervisor regarding your actual job responsibilities and any related duties that may be required for the position.

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Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location.  The anticipated wage for this position is

$35.33 - $57.12

Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

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