Production Manager

Job Overview Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Job Details Shift Hours: Sunday‑Thursday 11:00PM‑7:30AM. Please note, flexibility in schedule will be required based on business needs, this can include working different hours or days. Location: This position is located onsite at our facility in Columbus, OH. There is no option for remote or hybrid work. This role is in support of American Health Packaging, a Cencora business offering pharma packaging services in the US. Under moderate supervision of the Director of Operations, this role is responsible for meeting Quality and Operational goals and directing, leading and mentoring Production Operators. The incumbent will be the most senior member of management after hours and will have responsibility for operations, safety and security of the facility. Responsibilities Ensure continual and proper compliance with all division, corporate, and government regulatory requirements. Observe all safety rules. Report any condition that is hazardous or unsafe to your supervisor immediately. Develop teamwork among all Production and Quality Associates focused on Safety and Quality. Create an environment of inclusion and engagement. Direct, lead, train and mentor Production and Quality associates on an assigned shift. Ensure that daily quality and manufacturing targets are met. Oversee Production and Quality activities in each packaging room, coordinating with Packaging Lead Technicians to direct manufacturing activities and maintain a regular visible presence on the floor. Oversee continuous improvement activities on assigned shift to promote efficiency and effectiveness of the production line, including oversight of lean activities and 5S activities. Provide direction to Production Mechanics and ensure all associates follow cGMP and safety procedures. Assure all associates follow all company SOPs and policies. Trap and repair packaging equipment when necessary. Assist in performance management review programs. Assist with set up, packaging duties and Quality checks before, during and after packaging runs. Perform various record‑keeping activities including batch records and shift reports. Inspect and release quarantined packaging material or rejects. Inspect finished drug product and verify reconciliation of labels and inserts. Review batch record for completion and proper documentation. Edit batch records and compile constructive narrative information pertaining to batch production. Assist in writing/revising and maintaining task, department, and general SOPs. Work various shifts, hours and weekends. Perform on‑the‑job quality and manufacturing training. Review and approve associates' time and attendance for payroll; approve/deny time‑off requests to maintain staffing for safe and quality production. Coordinate shift staffing with Director of Manufacturing, Director of Quality Systems and Director‑Operations. Complete accident/incident reports and conduct investigations. Participate in follow‑up meetings and CAPA. Provide backup coverage for QA Manager when needed. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree with at least three (3) years of experience in the field or equivalent combination of experience and education, with a minimum of 1 year experience leading and directing the work of others. Experience: Manufacturing concepts, practices, and procedures, and excellent knowledge and understanding of pharmaceutical production and quality concepts and procedures. Skills and Abilities: Ability to lead and manage teams; read and understand English for following instructions and instructing others; develop and maintain cooperative working relationships; use good judgment; work independently and lead others; handle a variety of tasks simultaneously; good verbal and written communication skills; attention to detail; intermediate computer skills in MS Office; intermediate understanding of KPIs for manufacturing operations. Benefits We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members’ ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This includes support for working families (backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave), training programs, professional development resources, mentorship programs, employee resource groups, and volunteer activities. Equal Employment Opportunity Full time Equal Employment Opportunity. Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law. Harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non‑discriminatory. Accommodations Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. We will make accommodation determinations on a request‑by‑request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodation requests will not be returned. #J-18808-Ljbffr Amerisource Health Services, LLC