Supervisor - Finishing

JOB TITLE: Supervisor - 2nd Shift
(4:30PM - 2:30AM, Monday - Thursday)
DEPARTMENT: Finishing
REPORT TO: Manager Bio Finishing
LOCATION: Fort Dodge Iowa Site
REQ#: FDM922473

RESPONSIBLITIES:
? Provide all aspects of daily supervision and direction of area personnel to include managing key employee relations activities of coaching, counseling, discipline, recognition and the performance management process.
? Utilize effective planning tools/data to design, implement and execute production and resource and personnel scheduling against operational demands.
? Prepare and/or revise departmental documentation and written procedures such as standard operating procedures, investigation reports, etc. Responsible for ensuring documentation and procedures are up to date and consistent with current practices, processes, and requirements.
? Assure area activities are in compliance with SOP's, cGMP's, production schedules, safety requirements, and facility practices and policies.
? Ensure area employees are developed through required training and that training is documented. Also responsible to assess appropriateness and effectiveness of training activities through daily observation of staff behaviors and results achieved.
? Monitor/Supervise packaging of Biological products and filling and packaging of Pharmaceutical products.
? Complete all packaging procedures and associated documentation, and verify quantities.
? Complete investigational and discrepancy reports as required and implement corrective actions in department.
? Ensure material staging is completed per schedule to minimize downtimes.

QUALIFICATIONS:
? Bachelors of Science Degree in scientific field or equivalent work experience required.
? Minimum of 3 years experience in manufacturing or packaging environment preferred. Prior supervisory experience preferred.
? Good understanding/knowledge of FDA and USDA regulations and cGMPs a plus.
? Strong attention to detail and commitment to documentation of processes a must.



Fort Dodge Animal Health, a division of Wyeth, is a leading research-based veterinary pharmaceutical company employing more than 3,500 people worldwide with annual sales over $750 million.Our company offers a competitive compensation package including competitive salary, bonus plan participation, stock options, and comprehensive health and welfare coverage. Pre-employment physical and drug screening required. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

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