PLANT OPERATIONS MANAGER
eFlexes are delighted to be assisting a highly valued client with the recruitment of a Plant OPERATIONS Manager. This pharmaceutical multinational, based in Shannon, Co. Clare, offers an outstanding working environment with world class facilities and expertise. The Production Plant Manager will be responsible for the Management of production operations; ensuring all production targets are met, products are manufactured on-time-in-full (OTIF), and in accordance with Safety, Quality and Environmental regulations and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must hold at least a Degree in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering
SKILLS:
The Manager is required to possess the following skills;
• Excellent organisation and time management; is organised and can prioritise business demands.
• Communication; strong listening, written, verbal, presentation and interpersonal skills (ability to communicate effectively at all levels).
• Good negotiation and influencing skills are required.
• High attention to detail, high level of accuracy in all aspects of the position.
• Coaching and mentoring skills are essential.
• Strong problem solving, creative thinking and analytical skills.
• Methodical and structured approach to decision making
• Ability to drive and support change and continuous improvement, compliance and safety culture.
• Self-starter, positive attitude and motivated by the role and will motivate others.
• Good work ethic and ability to meet assigned
• Teamwork; works collaboratively with peers and supports peers to deliver business objectives and best outcomes.
EXPERIENCE:
• 5+ years’ experience working in a GMP / regulated environment (ideally in the pharmaceutical / API industry).
• API pharma processes, equipment, systems etc. experience is essential.
• New Product/Process Introduction (NPI) experience would be an advantage.
• Experience in operational excellence, continuous improvement, lean, six-sigma certified, project management, change management would be an advantage.
• 3+ years operating at Management level or at least 5 years at supervisory level with demonstrated management potential.
• Hands-on experience of regulatory inspections, and audits.
• Experience working in a unionised environment and dealing with industrial relations matters.
KNOWLEDGE:
• Knowledge of Pharmachem/API industry
• Knowledge of regulatory and legislative requirements (Safety, Quality, Environmental)
• Chemistry and technical knowledge of production processes and operations
• Employment regulations/laws, HR and industrial relations practices.
For a detailed job outline and more information, or a confidential discussion on this role, please contact Nuala McMahon on 061 474645, or email your details directly to nuala.mcmahon@eflexes.com
