Production Supervisor 2nd Shift and 3rd Shift (mfd)
Job Summary
The Production Supervisor 2nd Shift is responsible for leading manufacturing and packaging operations to meet daily production targets while ensuring strict compliance with cGMP FDA regulations and internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This role oversees shift personnel equipment performance documentation accuracy and continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a safe positive and highperforming work environment.
Tasks
- Supervise and coordinate all production and packaging activities on the 3rd shift to meet output quality and ship date objectives.
- Solve daytoday production issues and maximize manufacturing efficiency and output.
- Ensure all production staff are trained qualified and compliant with cGMP FDA and SOP requirements.
- Plan and manage shift schedules staffing levels and overtime to meet production demands.
- Conduct daily shift handover meetings with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to review performance issues and required corrective actions.
- Ensure preventive maintenance activities are completed on critical production equipment and coordinate repairs as needed.
- Perform routine inspections of equipment and machinery; troubleshoot issues using mechanical knowledge.
- Oversee and authorize manufacturing releases including cleaning approvals process starts and restarts documentation review and batch record completion.
- Maintain accurate production logs sanitation records quality checks deviation reports and other required documentation.
- Identify document and communicate any deviations related to procedures processes or products in accordance with CFR requirements.
- Communicate potential delays or late batches promptly and accurately to the Production Manager.
- Maintain close collaboration with Quality and Regulatory teams to ensure compliance and issue resolution.
- Conduct annual performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching and training to assigned employees.
- Promote and enforce safety policies food safety practices and a safe working environment.
- Support Lean Manufacturing Manufacturing Excellence and continuous improvement initiatives across processes people equipment and procedures.
Requirements
- Previous supervisory experience in a manufacturing or packaging environment preferably FDAregulated.
- Strong working knowledge of cGMP SOPs FDA and CFR compliance requirements.
- Experience with production scheduling shift management and workforce planning.
- Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve equipment issues.
- Proficiency in production documentation batch records and deviation reporting.
- Ability to use basic math for inventory counts measurements and quality assessments.
- Forklift operation experience or willingness to obtain certification.
- Strong leadership communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently on 3rd shift and make sound decisions under pressure.
Core Competencies
- Leadership and team development
- Compliance and quality focus
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Safety and risk awareness
- Clear communication and crossfunctional collaboration
Benefits
- 401(k) 4% Match
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
About Company
KD Pharma Gruppe, Ihr Partner für Gesundheitslösungen Die KD Pharma Group ist ein mittelständisches, international agierendes Unternehmen mit Hauptsitz in Bexbach, Saarland und ist spezialisiert auf die Herstellung von kundenspezifischen Produkten, die den vielseitigen Bedürfnissen de ... View more