Packaging Manager

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

At Grifols, we believe that diversity adds value to our business, our teams, and our culture. We are committed to equal employment opportunities that foster an inclusive environment.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position will lead and manage the Packaging Department in GWWO along side current Packaging Manager. This position will ensure the department operates in a safe, efficient and compliant manner at all times.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Ensure the Department is adhering to Health & Safety policy’s and procedures at all times. 
• Perform risk assessments were required in relation to people and process. 
• Ensure that the schedule is achieved each week and justify when not achieved  
• Identify issues, document and close out asap. 
•  Analysis opportunities for improvements, document and implement to achieve maximum output while being compliant and safe. 
• Reduce operational and material expenses related to area of responsibility  
• Manage a team of approx. 70+ people through regular feedback and 1:1’s 
• Hiring of new team members for Packaging 
• Ensure batches are released in the required time frame with the “right first time” approach 
• Develop the teams to be trained and competent in across the different lines and operations 
• Develop and maintain working relationship with cross-functional team 
• Minimize generation of deviations by ensuring that all relevant documentation is reflective of current process.  
• To provide on the floor support for troubleshooting processing issues and to lead manufacturing investigations into process deviations. 
• Manage QS activities for CAPA, EC, Periodic review, Deviations etc. 
• Manage the Packaging support team  
• Working along with Maintenance and Packaging Technical team  
• Provide regular reports and information for management 
• Other duties that may be assigned from management 

PERSON SPECIFICATION 

• Excellent communication skills 
• Competent in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel 
• Knowledge and experience in SAP Production Modules 
• Good organizational skills 
• Flexibility 
• Results orientated 
• SME in packaging equipment 
• Previous experience with a supervisor or manager position 
• Compliant  
• Qualifications 
• Minimum of B.Sc Degree or equivalent third level education or at least 5 years’ experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing role managing people 

Our Benefits Include:

• Highly competitive salary
• Group pension scheme - Contribution rates are 5% employer and 5% employee
• Private Medical Insurance for the employee
• Ongoing opportunities for career development in a rapidly expanding work environment
• Succession planning and internal promotions
• Education allowance
• Wellness activities - Social activities eg. Padel, Summer Events
   

We understand that self-doubt can hold talented individuals back from applying for opportunities. We encourage everyone who meets the qualifications to apply – we're excited to hear from you

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Location: EMEA : Ireland :Grange Castle (Dublin)

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