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Pro Stop Recruitment Services-Glen Anil, África do Sul

The company specialises in manufacturing custom foam inserts/wadding, silica gel desiccants and other primary pharmaceutical packaging for a variety of manufacturers and contract packers.

Minimum Requirements:

  • 5 years supervisory experience
  • ISO9001 experience

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with production planning, issue works orders and relevant documents.
  • Hold daily meeting/s with staff to allocate responsibilities and communicate production plan
  • Ensure all gowning is available for staff before 7am.
  • Ensure department is ready to start and staff are at their meeting point at 07:00
  • Ensure that production is carried out in accordance to the Works Order instructions.
  • Ensure production is run efficiently with mínimal waste
  • Identify and resolve problems/inefficient methods/waste
  • Capturing production output information and updating Pharma production schedule.
  • Oversee the receiving of Raw Material for production - ensuring that Raw Material in available to avoid production delays. - 10 Minutes changeover time
  • Enforce Hygiene and gowning standards - ensure that the standard is strictly adhered to.
  • Ensure that Line clearances are carried out at the start, when there is a batch change and at the end of production to prevent product mix or contamination.
  • When two different sizes are manufactured, the lines are separated to prevent mix-ups.
  • Ensure the cutting machine is serviced regularly.
  • Report any mechanical breakdowns immediately.
  • Ensure quality checks are done and recorded as per the Company’s Quality Management system.
  • Oversee the following procedures - Inserts packing, box packing, Silica packing, press punching, cutting of raw material.
  • Oversee the control of dies and condition of dies.
  • Ensure that reject or incorrect Raw Material is dealt with as per the Company’s Quality Management system without causing production delays.
  • On a daily basis do regular inspections inside the Cleanroom to ensure all processes are followed as per the QA system, paperwork is signed and checked in real time in person.
  • Ensure equipment is calibrated.
  • Ensure all finished products are boxed and labelled correctly.
  • Ensure that all measuring equipment is in good condition.
  • Ensure maintenance checks and maintenance are carried.
  • Ensure validation is documented and signed off after repairs/service.
  • Responsible for the housekeeping and safety of the Insert department, Insert Raw Material and Insert finished goods department.
  • Report any pest/rodent activities in the department
  • Ensure all documents relating to the department and production are completed timeously
  • Ensure Good Documentation Practice within the department.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Experience:

  • Supervisory: 5 years (preferred)