A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.


We're a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment.


Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries.


United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.


OBJECTIVE:


Supervise the production activities within the assigned department in order to produce a quality product at the lowest possible cost; in a timely, efficient and safety-conscious manner; assures compliance with all FDA, ISO, and OSHA regulations, company policies and/or procedures.


RESPONSIBILITIES: *denotes essential job functions


*(1) Request components to comply with the production schedule, assuring that these components are the correct ones and approved for use per company procedures (S.P.B.).


*(2) Organize and direct employees so as to maximize the utilization between employees, machinery and production schedule following company procedures (S.P.B.).


*(3) Prepare and submit daily and/or weekly labor and/or production reports to accounting department.


*(4) Prepares daily production reports, completes Lot Tracking Forms, Delivery to Hold Notices, DHNs and other Testing, Primary or Secondary production records.


*(5) Prepare and submit the appropriate documents to Quality Control department as per Company policy and procedures (S.P.B.).


*(6) Promotes good safety practices including but not limited to housekeeping.


*(7) Approves requisitions of indirect production supplies and assists in the budgeting of them.


*(8) Resolves any issues with employees such as personal days, vacations, and sick leave.


*(9) Supervises start-up of the various areas within the Department, as required.


*(10) Trains new employees; assists with interviewing production candidates; completes performance appraisals as required.


*(11) Attends safety meetings and holds GMP meetings with employees.


*(12) Reviews production documents and confirms that they are properly completed before forwarding to Quality Control.


(13) Perform other duties as requested.


ACCOUNTABILITY/SCOPE OF POSITION: (SALES VOLUME, BUDGETS, ACCOUNTS/PRODUCT LINES)


This position applies to all aspects of factory floor conversion at the Colonial Heights plant.


Production efficiencies


Production attainments


Product Quality


Waste Reduction


Employee Safety


GMP's, ISO and QSR programs


INTERNAL CONTACTS:


Hourly Employees


Engineering


Management


Purchasing


Accounting


Maintenance


Department Supervisors


Warehouse


Quality Assurance


EXTERNAL CONTACTS:


Vendors


Suppliers


Auditors


EDUCATION: MINIMUM REQUIREMENT


High school education or equivalent mandatory.


Four-year college degree preferred.


EXPERIENCE: MINIMUM REQUIREMENT


Manufacturing experience is essential. A minimum 3 years of supervisory experience is preferred. Pharmaceutical, cosmetic, or food manufacturing background as well as understanding of cGMP's is required.


SPECIAL SKILLS:


Verbal and written communication skills a must. A strong math background is helpful. Works independently and within a team. Ability to get along with and lead diverse groups of people. Good problem solving and reasoning skills.


Use of Microsoft Office programs


Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma is a plus


SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT USED:


Computer


Electric hand truck


SUPERVISION:


DIRECT


All department hourly employees


INDIRECT


Maintenance Mechanics


Porters


Line Quality Control


COMMENTS:


This individual must be able to communicate with supervisors and peers. Must be able to work independently. Must be a decision maker and a problem solver.


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Church & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.


For more information on our company, our brands and our culture visit us at http://www.churchdwight.com/