MANUFACTURING PLANNING SUPERVISOR

Our client, a growing Cell Therapy company, is looking for a Manufacturing Planning Supervisor.

The job responsibilities are as follows:

     1. Production and Warehouse Oversight:

1. • Manage and oversee both production and warehouse activities to ensure seamless operations.

2. Manufacturing Scheduling:

   • Develop and maintain manufacturing schedules to optimize efficiency and meet production targets.

3. Team Supervision:

   • Lead and supervise the manufacturing team, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment.

4. Quality Assurance and Compliance:

   • Ensure manufacturing processes adhere to high-quality standards and comply with ISO 13485 and FDA regulatory requirements.

5. Problem Diagnosis and Improvement:

   • Identify and diagnose issues in the production line, offering recommendations and implementing training programs for continuous improvement.

6. Process Optimization:

   • Develop and implement process improvements to maximize production efficiency, utilizing equipment and materials effectively.

7. Inventory Management and Purchasing:

   • Supervise inventory levels, oversee the purchasing of raw materials and equipment, and negotiate favorable terms with suppliers.

8. Documentation and Operation Instructions:

   • Develop operation instructions and equipment specifications for production activities.

9. Training and Guidance:

   • Provide training and guidance to team members to achieve production and warehouse goals.

10. Best Practices Development:

    • Implement best practices to enhance production capacity, quality, and reliability.

11. Equipment/Process Validation:

    • Participate in equipment and process validation activities to ensure compliance with quality standards.

12. Safety Procedures:

    • Establish and enforce safety procedures for employees within the manufacturing environment. 

Skills Required:

• Educational Background:

  • Degree in Engineering (Master’s degree preferred).

• Regulatory Knowledge:

  • Knowledgeable about ISO 13485 and/or cGMP.

• Experience:

  • Over 5 years of experience in a medical devices or pharmaceutical environment.

• Analytical Skills:

  • Superb analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

• Software Proficiency:

  • Proficient in MS Office.