Group Leader, Operations

Operations Group Leader

We continue to be committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are seeking a talented and motivated Operations Group Leader. In this role, you will be responsible for providing support to Manufacturing under the general direction of Operations Management. This role provides the necessary leadership to achieve product quality, cost control, cGMP compliance, safety, and the execution of the production schedule to support the customer service requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Regular and predictable onsite attendance and punctuality.
• Adheres to all environmental, health and safety SOPs, policies and procedures, including any department specific requirements.
• Coordinates and oversees daily activities of hourly production staff providing leadership assistance and necessary coaching.
• Initiates and completes investigative reports for production related process deviations.
• Provides phase-in training for new and existing employees.
• Provides conflict resolution and handles general problems/requests when necessary.
• Coordinates all functions and lead efforts related to Filling, Inspection and/or Packaging based on assigned department.
• Evaluates/enforces current practices within areas of responsibility.
• Coordinates orders for production related materials.
• Provides problem investigation and resolution. Supports management and engineering projects as assigned.
• Maintains training records for individual departments and production areas.
• May create and run reports tracking line performance.

Qualifications

We value the skills and experiences candidates bring to the table. While we have listed some qualifications below, we encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet all of them:

Education

• Minimum: High School diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience

• Minimum: Five [5] years' experience in a non GMP environment; or two [2] years' experience within a GMP manufacturing environment.
• Preferred: Prior aseptic technique training and working in a clean room environment.

Skills

• Have strong interpersonal skills and be an excellent communicator who can successfully interact and coordinate activities across departmental boundaries and at varying levels within the organization.
• Excellent writing skills are essential. Must be able to document process issues in a clean, concise manner in accordance with cGMPs and SOPs
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Able to perform mathematical calculations associated with production documentation analysis and problem solving.
• Technically oriented with ability to analyze problems and suggest solutions.
• Ability and working knowledge of how to use a computer.
• Knowledgeable in site training management systems is preferred.
• Knowledgeable in site label verification vision systems is preferred.
• Knowledgeable in line management data capture systems is preferred.
• Has demonstrated leadership skills or has shown potential leadership abilities in his/her work.

Physical Demands

• The duties of this job involve walking, lifting (up to 40 lbs.), bending, and sitting. Majority of the time is spent in the performance of manual inspection, paperwork and coordination of line activities.
• Good visual acuity with or without eyeglasses/contacts (eye exam required).

Work Environment

• On the production floor you will be totally gowned with mask, hood, coverall, and gloves. At times, the environment can be confining. The noise level is moderate to loud. Use of hearing protection may be required. The use of sanitizing agents to clean the filling room may be moderately disagreeable. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $25.00 per hour. The compensation for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, work location, prior experience and job-related knowledge, relevant skills and expertise, current business needs, and market factors. The Talent Acquisition team can provide more details about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.