Group Lead II, Warehouse (M-F 11am-7:30pm)

About the role

Purpose

Strong operating knowledge of complex equipment and monitors manufacturing process. Can direct a shift of operators in the overall functionality of departmental processes. Sets the example and holds operators to follow all safety, quality, environmental, operational and personnel expectations. Can train less experienced operators in the place of a certified/qualified trainer.

Identifies opportunities for improvements throughout the operations and leads the implementation of changes both in physical operations and written documents. Operates all jobs and maintains operating conditions within the desired range. Strong knowledge of basic computer programs and manufacturing monitoring systems, and can train less experienced operators to learn them.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for up to 13 Warehouse Associates.
• Exercises job knowledge to independently perform job responsibilities and provides on the job training where necessary. Directs operational activities and manpower schedules
• Analyzes equipment performance for potential maintenance issues. Anticipates issues with manufacturing productivity and works to resolve alarm issues and equipment failures.
• Sets example and enforces all safety, quality, environmental, operational and personnel policies. Communicates all operational events and issues with appropriate individuals. Responsible for the productivity of group/shift. Supervises direct labor and non-direct labor where applicable. Knowledgeable of all jobs in assigned area of responsibility and Good Manufacturing Practices policies. Demonstrates compliance to local and industry quality and safety standards.
• Leads and organizes operators in solving problem situations. Recommends and leads improvements on manufacturing and departmental processes and procedures.
• Conducts all business in a professional manner. Confronts issues in a constructive manner at an appropriate organizational level, and takes ownership of tasks.
• Provides verbal input to supervisors for written employee evaluations and performance reviews once a year.
• Participates in the sharing of information to promote overall efficiency of production. Attends and actively participates in meetings.
• Articulates problems and provides a positive media for group communication.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 5 years of experience in a pharmaceutical operations setting or similar environment, with 2 plus years as a Warehouse Lead.
• Very strong working knowledge applying, DEA, TSA, FAA, IATA DOT, IMDG, and/or FTZ compliance regulations for the receiving and shipping of materials preferred.
• Proficient use of warehouse management systems to track and trend data critical to processes (i.e. PI, SAP, etc.)
• Forklift experience required. Certification preferred.
• Prior supervisory experience is a plus.
• Must have a comprehensive understanding of plant economics to make decisions aimed at efficiency and reliability.
• General computer knowledge (i.e. Microsoft Office, Excel, Email, etc.).
• Must be able to lift 50lbs or more with assistance.
• Able to bend, reach, squat, climb, stand and walk for entire shift of 8 hours or more.
• Pass medical screening and/or background checks conducted by local, state, and federal authorities.

Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.