Job Description

Job Summary
Our client, a leading pharmaceutical company based in Port Elizabeth, is seeking to hire an experienced Production Manager to join their team.
Requirements:

• Scientific degree (preferably B. Pharm/BSc. Micro/BSc. Operations Management/BSc. Industrial Engineering).
• If the incumbent is not a pharmacist, subordinates (department managers) should be Pharmacists registered with SAPC.
• At least 10 years of production experience as a Production Manager on Senior Management level.
• Strong manufacturing process understanding.
• Extensive experience in continuous improvement techniques and practices.
• Proven management experience within the pharmaceutical industry.

Responsibilities:
Ensure the timely supply of quality products to customers.
Ensure production-related documentation is GMP-compliant, on-time, and reviewed prior to approval.
Ensure products are produced and stored according to the appropriate documentation to obtain the required quality.
Implement/support risk-based approaches for manufacturing operations and equipment within the department.
Oversee the development, implementation, and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in the department.
Ensure the department maintains hygiene and cleanliness standards and that cleaning processes are appropriate and efficient.
Ensure that equipment and processes are validated in the area of responsibility.
Oversee the adequate maintenance of equipment, utilities, and manufacturing areas.
Support QA in quality investigations, including product recalls, complaint investigations, deviations, OOS, and change controls.
Ensure a system is in place for monitoring factors affecting product quality, including inspection, investigation, and sampling.
Represent the department during inspections and audits.
Budget and Cost Control:
Develop and manage the financial budget for the department.
Control and optimise department costs.
Set quality and performance KPIs for the department and monitor performance regularly.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to introduce World Class Manufacturing practices.
Develop a strategic roadmap for the department to meet market and business requirements.
Identify opportunities for productivity and efficiency improvements, including enhancing product yield.
People Management:
Manage all personnel in the department and provide ongoing performance feedback.
Ensure that all department personnel are appropriately developed and trained based on job functions.
Promote best working practices within the department.
Monitor departmental performance against set quality and performance KPIs.
Quality Management:
Oversee the development, implementation, and adherence to the Quality Management System for the department.
Ensure compliance with all Quality Management controlled processes and documents.
Represent the department during inspections and audits.
Performance Measurement:
Measure department performance according to plant and production KPIs, defined through the annual performance management process.
Please Note: Should you not receive a response from us within two weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.
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