Packaging Supervisor
Fairfield, United States, New Jersey, 07004
Who we are
Teva is a global pharmaceutical leader and the world's largest generic medicines producer, committed to improving health and increasing access to quality health solutions worldwide. Our employees are at the core of our success, with colleagues in over 80 countries delivering the world's largest medicine cabinet to 200 million people every day. We offer a uniquely diverse portfolio of products and solutions for patients and we've built a promising pipeline centered around our core therapeutic areas. We are continually developing patient-centric solutions and significantly growing both our generic and specialty medicines business through investment in research and development, marketing, business development and innovation. This is how we improve health and enable people to live better, healthier lives. Join us on our journey of growth!
The opportunity
Position Summary: Supervise the work and employee activities within the packaging department, complying with all cGMP, SOP, & Company
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Supervise the filling and packaging of solid dose and oral suspension products
• Supervise and coordinate employees in the Packaging Department
• Ensure all activities are performed in accordance cGMP's
• Write and update SOP's pertaining to department activities and review with employees
• Train packaging personnel on revised procedures, new equipment and/or application
• Possess a strong focus on quality, safety and efficiency, constantly evaluating work practices in the spirit of Improvement
• Ensure the security and accountability of materials and goods with inventory control
• Recommend procedures to increase the efficiency of the department
• Make certain that packaging standards are adhered to and execute disciplinary action when required
• Work within prescribed yearly operational budget
• Conduct thorough investigations pertaining to packaging deficiencies
• Interfere and support cross functional departmental needs to support production
• To identify and prevent health and safety issues, such as dress code, personal hygiene, equipment properly maintained, report and document accident and incidents immediately by following proper procedures
• Have knowledge of ERP systems and Packaging Vision systems
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Manager/Director.
• Maintain Employee Timecard System, employee work hours, vacation, and leave of absence and control overtime.
• Has the ability to seek out and implement production process improvements to improve quality, reduce cost and improve safety
• Must be able to read, write, speak and comprehend English
Your experience and qualifications
Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience that fulfills the requirements of the position will be considered.
Position Requirements
Education Required: High School Diploma
Education Preferred Bachelors Degree
Experience Required: Experience and a strong working knowledge of a Packaging Department
Company-Related Knowledge: Knowledge of applicable SOPs and cGMPs.
Functional Knowledge: Knowledge of the Packaging Department and ERP system
Physical Requirements May be required to lift/move up to 70 lbs.
Not allergic to cephalosporins, chemicals or bio-substances found in laboratory or production facilities.
Enjoy a more rewarding choice
We offer a competitive benefits package, including:
• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage starting on the first day of employment, providing the employee enrolls.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match, up to 6% and an annual 3.75% Defined Contribution to the 401k plan.
• Time Off: Paid Time Off including vacation, sick/safe time, caretaker time, 13 paid Holidays and 3 paid floating holidays.
• Life and Disability Protection: Company paid Life and Disability insurance.
• Additional benefits include, but not limited to, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Life Style Spending Account, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, if eligible , Family Building Benefits, Virtual Physical Therapy, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurances, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Plan, Voluntary Life Insurance and Long Term Disability and more.
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