Line Leader I - 3rd shift

Under the direction of a Production Supervisor, directs employees’ activities within an assigned manufacturing room or areas to package pharmaceuticals. Leads the assigned packaging associates to run validated processes to achieve established production schedules. Takes complete responsibility for the product quality, resource utilization, operational efficiency and employee safety within the assigned packaging room. Assist supervisor to ensure that all processes are utilized and products packaged conform to customer and Company standards and specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

Will be assigned to a line/area as a production person; (usually the supply person).

Communicates supervisor’s job orders to employees.

Get machines started efficiently.

Call a mechanic when the machine is down.

Recheck components brought onto the line by the material handler against the batch record.

Call a material handler to restock the line.

Check quality, lot number and expiration date while the job is running.

Ensure 200 % inspection forms are completed, as required.

Ensure all batch record entries, including daily room checks are performed.

Assist with lot changes by counting components for accurate accountability.

Calculate and record counts as required.

Maintain line/area in an orderly and safe manner while maintaining GMPs.

Notify supervisor if personnel issues arise.

Report downtime on appropriate form.

Observe packaging operations for optimum performance.

Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.

Assist supervisor with reporting the production performance metrics.

Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of work crew.