Plant Production Lead

Plant Production Lead

At Veranova, we believe people are our most important asset, and we are dedicated to building the most talented workforce in our industry. Our commitment to uncompromising focus on quality, compliance, safety, and excellence in delivery shapes everything we do. We are not just looking for skills; we are seeking innovative individuals who have a mindset open to learning and growth, and a desire to make a difference.

Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.

Every role at Veranova plays a part in delivering an exceptional customer experience through ownership and integrity. Join us on our mission to enable current and next-generation therapeutics to improve and save the lives of patients.

The Plant Production Lead is responsible for operating production equipment, completing associated documentation, and directing production technicians on shift on the same duties. The production lead is also responsible for ensuring that the shift meets all safety, compliance, and performance goals while meeting production schedules. The position will coordinate with other departments such as QA, QC, Purchasing, Maintenance, and Material Control to ensure all support activities are completed in a manner that all performance goals and production schedules are met. The Production Lead will serve as the acting Production Supervisor in the absence of the Production Supervisor.

This position is 100% on site at our Devens, MA facility on 12-hour shifts 6am 6pm.

Core Responsibilities:

• Promotes a positive work environment by maintaining a safe work area and ensuring that their team members have the knowledge, skills and appropriate tools to perform their assigned duties and a thorough understanding of their performance expectations; Provides prompt, appropriate feedback to team members, both positive and constructive, in a continuing effort to develop employees to their full potential.
• Effectively utilizes staff, materials, and equipment to produce quality products fit for their intended use, in a safe manner and at the optimum level of productivity to maximize business unit profitability; Ensures that all work by self and teammates is performed in compliance with Company SOPs, FDA CGMPs, DEA regulations and all local, state and federal regulations regarding safety, health and the environment; Trains staff on production activities and organizes daily work to allow for training activities to occur on time. Helps Production Supervisor track training of staff to ensure training is completed on time.
• Ensures that both the facility and pharmaceutical systems documentation are maintained in compliance with Company and FDA/CGMP and DEA regulations and practices; Facilitates problem resolution through strong working relationships with Analytical/Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, and Material Control; Effectively communicates with QC Testing group regarding timing and prioritization of in-process sample requirements.
• Communicates to and collaborates with the Production Supervisor employee relations issues, performance management of staff, continuous improvement, and project goals/objectives.
• Accountable for documentation and reports related to operations including, but not limited to shift handover reports, material usage reports, deviations and safety investigations.
• Ensures that waste is appropriately characterized, labelled, stored, and disposed in compliance with all Company, state and federal regulations; Assures all production/support equipment is in proper operating condition and that all production equipment is appropriately labelled with a current status tag. Works collaboratively with Maintenance, as appropriate.
• Active member of Emergency Response Team. Participate in Emergency Response Training and related activities; Promptly reports all incidents in the correct manner, according to procedure and completes investigations as necessary.
• Ensures a level of housekeeping appropriate for a pharmaceutical manufacturer. Develop and maintain 5S areas; Ensures appropriate inventory levels of production supplies are maintained.
• Looks for ways to improve efficiency and productivity and reduce costs and encourages team members to do the same. Effectively communicates suggestions; May perform all work associated with Production Technician duties to meet Production schedules.

Qualifications:

• AA/BA or equivalent minimum 3 5 years of experience in STEM field
• High School Diploma and/or Pharmaceutical Certification or equivalent required with 7 10 years experience.
• Experience working in a production Kilo-Lab and/or Plant.
• While performing the duties of this job it is required to stand, walk, and use hands to operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands or arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch when necessary for job activity.
• Able to lift 50lbs and occasionally lift and or/move more than 100 pounds using available material handling equipment

• Must be able to work rotating shift

Salary Range:

The salary range for this role is $85,000-$95,000. This range represents a good-faith estimate of the compensation we expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. In exceptional cases, compensation may exceed the stated range.

All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our annual incentive bonus program. Bonus targets vary by career level and are based on individual and company performance.

Our Commitment:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health & wellness benefits. Access to mental health resources and wellness programs. Generous PTO and holiday pay policies.
• Financial Wellness: Veranova is committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. This includes a competitive base salary, eligibility for performance-based bonuses, and an attractive 401(k) Plan with company match. Salary ranges reflect the scope and expectations of the role, and are based on market data, internal equity, and role-specific factors. Final compensation may vary depending on experience, skills, education, and business needs.
• Professional Development : Opportunities for continuous learning through LinkedIn Learning, workshops, conferences, and mentorship. Tuition Assistance for Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs.
• Inclusive Culture: At Veranova, an inclusive culture is integral to our values. We welcome people with diverse experiences and perspectives who share our mission to improve and save lives. Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. Veterans, first responders, and those transitioning from military to civilian life bring valuable skills that strengthen our team.

Additional Information:

Applicants for this role must be authorized to work in the United States without further employer sponsorship.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Veranova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Veranova to provide equal employment access and opportunity to all persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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