Datwyler
Manufacturing Production Manager
Datwyler, Middletown, Delaware, United States, 19709
In billions of syringes and in every second car worldwide, Datwyler components make an important contribution to the safety of patients and drivers. The high-tech company focuses on high-quality, system-critical elastomer components and holds leading positions in attractive global markets such as healthcare, mobility, connectivity, general industry and food & beverage. With over 25 production sites on four continents, sales in more than 100 countries and over 8,000 employees, the company, headquartered in Switzerland, generates annual sales of more than CHF 1,000 million.
Our employees are the heart of Datwyler - we treat each other with respect, trust and appreciation. We have strong roots and values that have been well established in our 100-year corporate history. Become part of our great team as a...
Summary/ Objective
The Production Manager, assures quality and manufacturing processes in conformance with SOPs, WIs, and cGMPs. Authority tomake decisions related to quality, efficient production, job assignment, safety, and discipline. Coordination of all productionactivities. Leads by example and positive attitude and provides direction and training to employees.
Essential Functions
MANAGEMENT OF PRODUCTION OUTPUT
Ensures timely completion of production orders including: scheduling of equipment, maintaining proper quantity of preform stock, processing aids, employee equipment, and any other pertinent tasks, as needed.Coaches and supports the development of Production SupervisorsEnsures proper procedures and training are appropriate according to ISO and cGMP standards; investigates procedural failures including IT related issues, revises and/or drafts SOPs and Work Instructions as required.LEADING AND MANAGING THE PRODUCTION DEPARTMENT
Hires, trains, develops, and appraises department staff effectivelyEffective management of department personnel: coaching, feedback, professional development and performance managementEnsures department staff work aligns with business needs and strategic goalsEnsures department staff are trained on procedures in compliance with their training planConsults with Human Resources as appropriateWorks with colleagues locally, and globally as needed to provide support and analysis of US and/or company wide production issuesAssigns and monitors progress toward completion of department projectsOther duties as assignedENSURES SAFETY COMPLIANCE OF DEPARTMENT
Ensures that incumbent's department complies with all safety rules and procedures, gowning requirements, as well as good housekeeping within the plant, in accordance with SOPs, work instructions, and cGMPsWorks with Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager to ensure safety and environmental compliance of the Middletown, Delaware facilities with federal, state, and local government regulationsENSURES QUALITY STANDARDS OF PRODUCTION
Manages the department's CAPA processing, validation, process improvements and establishes the department direction for future projectsAddresses customer complaints by developing short-term and long-term plans to prevent reocurring issuesReviews and recommends new or enhanced procedures and/or processes to maximize efficiency and to continuously improve quality of product producedEstablishes procedures consistent with Quality standardsCreates work instructions that satisfy Quality system requirementsYour Profile
MS in Engineering or MBA preferred, or equivalent technical knowledge with 5-10 years experience in manufacturing environmentExperience in a manufacturing environment with increasing supervisory and departmental management responsibilitiesExperience managing in a unionized environmentExperience in a GMP environmentExperience in a Chemical based manufacturing facility preferredExcellent PC skills including MS Office Word, Excel and AccessPrior experience with SAP or similar ERP system; experience using Manufacturing Execution Systems and/or SCADA preferredExperience working in environment where Continuous Improvement initiatives are common
Be yourself at Datwyler
We are convinced that people make the difference. At Datwyler, you will experience diversity and a wide range of career opportunities that only an international company can provide. Together, we are increasing our agility, accelerating digitalization and fostering sustainability. For motivated and talented employees, we offer interesting development opportunities with training and assignments in a global environment. With us, you can contribute with all of your creativity and all your ideas.
www.datwyler.com
Our employees are the heart of Datwyler - we treat each other with respect, trust and appreciation. We have strong roots and values that have been well established in our 100-year corporate history. Become part of our great team as a...
Summary/ Objective
The Production Manager, assures quality and manufacturing processes in conformance with SOPs, WIs, and cGMPs. Authority tomake decisions related to quality, efficient production, job assignment, safety, and discipline. Coordination of all productionactivities. Leads by example and positive attitude and provides direction and training to employees.
Essential Functions
MANAGEMENT OF PRODUCTION OUTPUT
Ensures timely completion of production orders including: scheduling of equipment, maintaining proper quantity of preform stock, processing aids, employee equipment, and any other pertinent tasks, as needed.Coaches and supports the development of Production SupervisorsEnsures proper procedures and training are appropriate according to ISO and cGMP standards; investigates procedural failures including IT related issues, revises and/or drafts SOPs and Work Instructions as required.LEADING AND MANAGING THE PRODUCTION DEPARTMENT
Hires, trains, develops, and appraises department staff effectivelyEffective management of department personnel: coaching, feedback, professional development and performance managementEnsures department staff work aligns with business needs and strategic goalsEnsures department staff are trained on procedures in compliance with their training planConsults with Human Resources as appropriateWorks with colleagues locally, and globally as needed to provide support and analysis of US and/or company wide production issuesAssigns and monitors progress toward completion of department projectsOther duties as assignedENSURES SAFETY COMPLIANCE OF DEPARTMENT
Ensures that incumbent's department complies with all safety rules and procedures, gowning requirements, as well as good housekeeping within the plant, in accordance with SOPs, work instructions, and cGMPsWorks with Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager to ensure safety and environmental compliance of the Middletown, Delaware facilities with federal, state, and local government regulationsENSURES QUALITY STANDARDS OF PRODUCTION
Manages the department's CAPA processing, validation, process improvements and establishes the department direction for future projectsAddresses customer complaints by developing short-term and long-term plans to prevent reocurring issuesReviews and recommends new or enhanced procedures and/or processes to maximize efficiency and to continuously improve quality of product producedEstablishes procedures consistent with Quality standardsCreates work instructions that satisfy Quality system requirementsYour Profile
MS in Engineering or MBA preferred, or equivalent technical knowledge with 5-10 years experience in manufacturing environmentExperience in a manufacturing environment with increasing supervisory and departmental management responsibilitiesExperience managing in a unionized environmentExperience in a GMP environmentExperience in a Chemical based manufacturing facility preferredExcellent PC skills including MS Office Word, Excel and AccessPrior experience with SAP or similar ERP system; experience using Manufacturing Execution Systems and/or SCADA preferredExperience working in environment where Continuous Improvement initiatives are common
Be yourself at Datwyler
We are convinced that people make the difference. At Datwyler, you will experience diversity and a wide range of career opportunities that only an international company can provide. Together, we are increasing our agility, accelerating digitalization and fostering sustainability. For motivated and talented employees, we offer interesting development opportunities with training and assignments in a global environment. With us, you can contribute with all of your creativity and all your ideas.
www.datwyler.com