Manufacturing Manager - 24/7 Shift Role

Manufacturing Manager (24/7 Shift Front Line Manager)

Overview:

The Manufacturing Front Line Manager (FLM) at Amgen Dun Laoghaire is a key part of the Operations Leadership Team leading a Manufacturing Team of 20+ Manufacturing Process Technicians and Snr Associates on a 4 cycle shift rotation involved in Formulation and Aseptic Filling of biopharmaceuticals (Syringes/Vials) in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices. The Manufacturing Manager ensures adherence to the production schedule by actively managing  operations during the shift in collaboration with the support functions (Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Planning). She/He maintains a strong culture of Safety and Quality within her/his team and in the manufacturing area in general.

Job Summary:

• The Manufacturing Front Line Manager (FLM) is a role model for Amgen’s values and leadership attributes ensuring that all activities completed within the manufacturing clean rooms are executed to the highest standards of quality, protecting the safety of the manufacturing team while delivering on our manufacturing schedule commitments.
• The FLM is responsible for effective management of a shift of Process Technicians to achieve production targets efficiently in line with GMP, safety and other regulatory standards.
• The FLM facilitates daily scheduling and work centre team meetings ensuring that all groups are aligned on all critical activities to meet the manufacturing plan.
• The FLM will ensure that the production finite schedule is maintained up to date to reflect the status of the manufacturing process.
• The FLM will lead problem solving on their shift working with the cross functional support groups in the identification of process related issues with effective resolution to minimize impact on the manufacturing schedule.
• Act as Aseptic Coach by continuously observing and advising on aseptic practices in the manufacturing clean rooms.
• The FLM is responsible for ensuring that her/his team are compiling, maintaining, and reviewing all necessary reports, documentation batch records/ EBRs relevant to the manufacturing area including use of relevant software systems and standard operating procedures.
• The FLM will effectively collaborate and liaise with Quality groups (QCC/QCM/QCI and QA), Materials Management, Maintenance, Technical Services and Human Resources organizations to achieve objectives of the Manufacturing Department.
• The FLM will be responsible for all elements of people Management within their reporting line in line with the company’s policy and standards, ensuring active engagement in the development of their team and ongoing performance assessments and management via the Maximizing Amgen’s Performance (MAP) process, ensuring their team have a clear understanding and are accountable for the performance levels expected of them.
• The FLM will proactively identify training needs for their manufacturing shift and direct reports and facilitate completion of training as per Amgen’s learning Management System and production requirements.
• The FLM will implement lean practices and assist, plan and implement continuous improvement ideas and opportunities using lean principles.
• The FLM will contribute and assist with corporate, FDA, HPRA and other regulatory bodies during company audits.
• The FLM will complete any other duties as requested by Manufacturing Management.

Basic Qualifications & Relevant Experience preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science or related discipline
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and regulatory requirements (GMP, EH&S)
• 5+ years’ experience in Syringe/Vial aseptic manufacturing operations or have relevant GMP manufacturing experience and a demonstrated capacity to learn quickly and adapt to new technology
• Previous experience in managing and leading teams

Preferred:

• Demonstrated understanding and use of RFT techniques and lean manufacturing concepts.
• Strong people management experience including performance management, coaching, mentoring and development of the manufacturing team.
• Strong ability to lead, challenge and positively influence in an interactive team environment
• Strong computer skills - knowledge of Electronic Batch Records (PAS/X), Quality tracking system (QMTS) and personnel performance tracking (MAP) etc.