Production Supervisor I/Ii

Company Details

Novocol Pharma is a growing contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), specialized in sterile injectable cartridge and combination product manufacturing. We strive for excellence and customer-centricity to deliver value to global pharmaceutical clients through contract services for drug development and commercial manufacturing. With over 40 years in operation, our team of 600 employees and modern facilities, located in Cambridge, Ontario provide a personalized and responsive experience for our customers. We are focused on serving our strategic partners and patients with quality, integrity, and value.

Our employees are our number one asset! We offer developmental opportunities, excellent compensation and benefit programs, discounted gym memberships, work/life balance programs, employee recognition, social events and spirit days.

We are a proud member of the Septodont group of companies. Septodont is a pharmaceutical and medical device company with a global leadership position in dental pain management. The group counts over 2000+ employees worldwide and has remained a 100% family owned company for over 90 years. Our Cambridge facility serves as a significant manufacturing site within the Septodont group with high volume dental anesthetic production for a global customer base.

We have an opportunity for a Production Supervisor I/II.

Job Summary

The Production Supervisor I/II is accountable to the Production Manager for the operation of the shift through its material flow, human resources, documentation flow and training. This includes employees’ performance, efficient equipment operation, and in-process IPQC testing to meet the Company’s objectives and in accordance with the requirements outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures and Good Manufacturers Practices.

Responsibilities

• Performs other related duties as required.
• Availability of components and supplies.
• Models the Company Mission, Vision and Values Statements, policies, and current standard business practices.
• Drives GMP and regulatory requirements and ensures quality standards are met.
• Revising departmental SOPs and other GMP documents.
• Maintains a high degree of co-operation with other departments and participate in cross-departmental activities.
• Fixing documentation errors and coaching related operators on documentation practices.
• The area is clean and organized.
• Maintains a visible presence on the production floor and resolves issues related to production/output.
• Completes Batch Record Reviews and daily shift reports for output, efficiency, downtime and other required matrix.
• Machinery and human resources are optimal and report any deficiencies in a timely fashion.
• In conjunction with Production Managers and Human Resources Department, conduct Employee Relations activities such as: completion of employee performance reviews, carrying out performance improvement initiatives and guiding employee improvement action plans, recommend and administer disciplinary action, and guide conflict resolution by investigating employee complaints and initiating suitable resolution.
• Monitors job duties to ensure that all pertinent SOP’s are followed and all activities are documented properly.
• Coordinates new employee training and other training requirements of production staff through identifying training gaps and initiating cross training plans.
• Coordinates shift changeover by ensuring:
• Acts as a resource to educate and train direct reports on the Safety Program. Holds employees accountable for following safety rules / regulations.
• Issues, investigates and rectifies Quality Assurance deviations, including:

Qualifications

Education

• Degree in a related discipline such as Science or Engineering.
• Formal Management or Professional Studies/Training or Certification would be an asset.

Experience

• Effective communication skills both verbal and written with the ability to delegate and to work within interdepartmental teams.
• Strong knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and other Employment related legislation such as the Employment Standards Act.
• Demonstrated people management and interpersonal skills with the ability to provide leadership.
• Excellent customer service and troubleshooting skills.
• Must be able to attend all shifts.
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or a related environment with a combined minimum of 1 year of management experience.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to manage projects and multiple priorities with minimal direction.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make recommendations.

What we offer

• Bonus and reward programs
• Employee recognition program
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent compensation/benefits package.
• Professional and personal development programs
• Social events and spirit days
• Programs supporting work life balance

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and thank all applicants in advance; however, we will be corresponding only with those selected for an interview.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process.

Recruitment Fraud – please be aware of recruitment fraud. Novocol Pharmaceutical of Canada Inc. will never ask for banking information, money or any personal information up front. We will only respond to official applications submitted through our careers site. In addition, we will only use official corporate e-mail addresses (septodont.com or novocolpharma.com) to communicate with applicants. Should you be contacted without submitting an application, please delete the message and advise your e-mail provider.

Internal Job Posting Level 9/10. The due date for internal applicants to apply for this role is July 10, 2023.

Contract type

Permanent