Packaging Supervisor

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:

In general, the Packaging Line Supervisor is responsible for the coordination of the packaging technician team, smooth running of packaging equipment, adherence to the production schedule and to ensure the packaging process meets cGMP requirements (current Good Manufacturing Practices). This role has people management responsibilities.

What you'll Do 

• Must be flexible with working hours / shifts to accommodate the 24 hour, 7 day plant operation.
• Set up, coordinate, operate and troubleshoot Secondary packaging assembly line equipment in a biologics processing environment for plasma derived pharmaceuticals.
• Managing the smooth and efficient running of packaging lines through competent and effective leadership of a packaging team within a cGMP environment following lean manufacturing principles
• This role involves critical visual inspection tasks that require accurate colour differentiation and 20/20 vision (corrective lenses permitted, not contact lens). These visual capabilities are essential to ensure the safety and quality control of the product.

Recruitment Criteria: 

• Applicants must have normal colour vision, due to the nature of colour-based tasks performed in this role.
• A colour vision test will be included as part of the pre-employment screening process.
• Successful candidates will be required to pass a colour vision assessment prior to receiving an employment offer.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in the packaging process and support implementation of change.
  Providing the packaging team with a clear sense of purpose within in their roles, coaching and delivering feedback as required on a regular basis e.g. (GPS, 1:1, return to work interview)
• Manage employee relations e.g. absenteeism, performance, growth with company
• Ensuring packaging equipment and general area cleanliness is maintained to cGMP standards and that equipment maintenance is completed as per the schedule and to a high standard.
• Investigating quality incidents thoroughly from the point of initial detection through to root cause analysis and corrective / preventative action implementation.
• Generating written reports, when required, that summarizes investigations performed for out-of-specification results or out-of-procedure events.
• Liaising across multiple departments ensuring both outbound and inbound communications are clear, timely and accurate.
• Promoting a pro-active attitude to removing roadblocks and creating a continuous improvement environment from which the packaging team can strive for excellence.
• Ensuring adherence to procedures and practices and maintain compliance with applicable departmental, corporate, industrial standards and/or applicable health, safety and regulatory requirements of a competent regulatory body.
• Ensuring a safe working environment for the team and working collaboratively with H&S department to achieve same.
• Participate in regulatory and internal inspections/audits including providing written responses as applicable for area of responsibility.
• Establishing a learning and development plan for the team to increase their capability to meet goals and objectives.

What you'll bring  

• Must be proactive, results oriented, and have strong attention to detail.
• Self-starter with strong work ethic and the ability to exercise good judgment.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet targeted deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and achieve business goals in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to make structured decisions on a routine basis.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire high performance in others and align team members around shared goals.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate, guide, train, coach and develop department personnel.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of cGMPs, EU regulations, and industry guidelines highly preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English language.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
• Minimum of 1-3 years of related experience in a pharmaceutical, GMP, or EU regulated environment is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift /move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods - up to four (4) hours at a time.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts.
• Manual dexterity to perform all job functions.
• Belt certified (Yellow, Green or Black)
• Minimum of B.Sc Degree or equivalent third level education
• Belt certified (Yellow, Green or Black) 

Note: Due to the nature of the business additional duties may be assigned from time to time.

Our Benefits Include:

• Highly competitive salary
• Group pension scheme - Contribution rates are (1.5% / 3%/ 5%/ 7%) and company will match
• 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 : Grange Castle International Business Park, Grange, Co. Dublin, D22 K2R3       

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