• The Sterile Production Supervisor manages a team of technicians for daily operations
• First line operations supervisor with a team of individual contributor production direct reports
• Ensure that shift objectives are achieved while reliably supplying quality product at a competitive cost consistent with all applicable internal and external regulations for quality (GMP), safety, etc
• Tactical and strategic shift management, including collaboration with indirect staff
• Promote the behaviors and principles that drive continuous improvement
• Coordinates and supervises the daily activities of individual contributors
• Sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion; coordinates work activities with other supervisors and develops plans to meet short-term objectives
• Identifies and resolves standard day to day quality, technical, and operational problems within own unit
• Makes decisions – guided by policies and standard operating procedures – that impact the efficiency and effectiveness of own unit
• Receives guidance and oversight from the Operations Director
• Works within budgetary/financial objectives set by Director
• Compliance – Responsible for creating and sustaining a culture that ensures that compliance (Safety, Environment, cGMP, etc.) are imperatives for the business
• Responsible for establishing a Right First Time culture by reducing waste and constantly driving continuous improvement
• Responsible to review and approve compliance documents, as per procedures or need
• Supply – Exercise judgement and decision making to ensure quality product is reliably produced while managing cost
• Responsible for Shift(s) supply performance metrics (Schedule Adherence, Release on Time, Customer service performance, Product Lead Time, etc.)
• Continuous Improvement – Accountable for developing a Production System and continuous improvement culture while achieving MPS Targets and business results for the Shift(s)
• Develop strategic initiatives related to the manufacturing process, equipment and human resources in support of long-range operating plans
• Report Shift(s) monthly metrics and any action plans to address gaps to Management
• Identify, prioritize and champion improvement initiatives to improve process efficiency, cycle time, and yield, reduce process variability and eliminate waste
• People Management – Responsible for creating and sustaining a highly engaged workforce through utilization of our Company's Leadership Behaviors and Inclusion
• Provide coaching on professional development and career paths
• Provide timely feedback and performance evaluations for direct reports after obtaining the relevant input and evaluation
• Provide feedback and input on performance evaluations for indirect staff

This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely

• Position may require work outside of routine hours (e.g. nights / weekends), depending on business needs
• Ability to develop and lead others
• Ability to be flexible and understand risk
• Continuous improvement
• Leadership style – adaptive; high performance coaching; servant leader
• Compliance mindset to safety, environmental, and quality regulations
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Science, Engineering or another technical field, or at least 7 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or processing with HS diploma
• FDA, military, nuclear and petrochemical)
• Minimum 2 years of direct supervisory experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of Lean
• Demonstrated experience of interacting with site, divisional or regulatory audits

No Travel Required

• Minimum 4 years of experience in a functional area, such as operations Management, Quality, Technical Operations, Technology, Engineering or Maintenance

Accountability, Adaptability, Aseptic Manufacturing, cGMP Compliance, Data Analysis, Employee Performance Standards, Interpersonal Relationships, Inventory Management, Leadership, Management Process, Manufacturing Quality Control, Operational Excellence, Packaging Operations, People Leadership, Process Engineering, Process Improvements, Production Scheduling, Sterile Filling

$117,000.00 - $184,200.00 An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs

• The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits
• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days
• More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits

No relocation