Assistant Manager Production-Non Penicillin

Job Summary

We are looking for an Assistant Manager Production for the non-penicillin packaging area to oversee day-to-day blistering, filling and packing operations in a fast-paced, GMP-compliant environment. The role focuses on safe, compliant and efficient execution of packaging activities, effective coordination with cross-functional teams and strong control of documentation and systems. Experience in pharmaceutical packaging operations is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Discuss daily planning and work schedules with the Department Head to align operations and resources.
• Supervise blistering, filling and packing operations within the Production Department, ensuring adherence to GMP, safety and quality standards.
• Execute production activities as per the schedule received from Planning, ensuring timely completion of batches.
• Manage packing documentation, including preparation, checking, reconciliation and timely delivery of batch records.
• Maintain SAP postings for inventory transactions and labor hour distribution in an accurate and timely manner.
• Coordinate with Engineering for preventive and breakdown maintenance of packing equipment to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with QMS standards and guidelines within the department.
• Provide in-house training on SOPs and BPRs to relevant staff to support continuous compliance and improvement.
• Maintain all relevant packing section records in line with regulatory and internal standards.
• Support cross-functional departments (e.g. Quality, Engineering, Planning, Warehouse) and maintain strong working relationships to achieve overall site goals.
  
  

Education, Experience & Skills

• Pharm-D or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical or Biotech).
• Experience in pharmaceutical packaging / production operations is preferred, ideally in a non-penicillin environment.
• Familiarity with GMP, QMS, SAP or similar ERP systems and production documentation.
• Strong understanding of production/packaging processes and compliance requirements.
• Good planning and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple batches and priorities.
• Attention to detail in documentation, reconciliation and system postings.
• Ability to lead and supervise shop-floor teams and provide effective on-the-job training.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.
  
  

Skills

Data Integrity, Detail-Oriented, Digital Fluency, Emergency Response, Financial Acumen, GxP Regulations, Lean Management, Manufacturing Processes, Problem Solving, Production Management, Project Coordination, Quality Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Awareness, Site Operations

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