Production Supervisor

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Production Supervisor to join our dynamic team in Dammam. In this pivotal role, you will oversee sterile manufacturing operations, ensuring strict compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), safety protocols, and stringent quality standards. The ideal candidate will bring a robust background in aseptic processing, with hands-on experience in biosimilar and oncology filling lines. As a key leader within our production environment, you will be responsible for driving operational efficiency, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and maintaining the highest levels of compliance and safety across all sterile production processes.

Key Responsibilities

The Production Supervisor will play a critical role in coordinating and controlling daily operations within the assigned production department. Your responsibilities will include:

• Operational Leadership: Supervise and lead production teams to ensure seamless execution of manufacturing processes while meeting quality and output targets.
• Compliance and Safety: Uphold rigorous adherence to cGMP, safety, and supply chain principles, ensuring all operations meet regulatory and organizational standards.
• Resource Management: Plan and allocate production resources efficiently to optimize cost-effectiveness and maintain high productivity levels.
• Documentation and Reporting: Prepare, review, and maintain essential production documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Process Operational Instructions (POIs), validation protocols, and other critical records.
• Training and Development: Organize and conduct training sessions for operators and officers, ensuring compliance with approved schedules and fostering skill development across the team.
• Audit and Compliance Support: Actively participate in internal and external GMP compliance audits, providing necessary documentation and insights to uphold regulatory standards.
• Process Improvement: Collaborate with the Production Manager to support planning and future development initiatives, including scaling up products and launching new ones.
• Troubleshooting and Maintenance: Address operational challenges on the shop floor, manage procurement requests for disposables and machinery, and coordinate with Engineering for preventive maintenance and equipment troubleshooting.
• Data Management: Maintain accurate operational data, including production records, time logs, and cost analyses, to support informed decision-making.
• Quality Management System (QMS): Handle eQMS activities, including deviations, Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), change controls, and risk management, to ensure continuous compliance and improvement.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Liaise with other supervisors and departments to coordinate operations, share best practices, and drive collective success.
• SAP Operations: Support and utilize SAP systems to streamline production processes and enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications and Experience

To qualify for this role, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Engineering, or a related technical field is required.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, with a strong focus on sterile environments, aseptic filling, and familiarity with ampoules, vials, and lyophilization processes.
• Specialized Knowledge: Preferred experience in ophthalmology, pre-filled syringes, and isolators.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate teams, fostering a collaborative and solutions-oriented work environment.
• Technical Proficiency: In-depth understanding of GMP regulations, production documentation, and proficiency in SAP and QMS systems.
• Problem-Solving: A proactive and analytical mindset to troubleshoot operational issues and drive continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

As a Production Supervisor, you will have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge pharmaceutical manufacturing, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products to global markets. You will work alongside a dedicated team of professionals, benefit from ongoing professional development, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our operations. If you are a results-driven leader with a passion for excellence in sterile manufacturing, we invite you to apply and become a key part of our success story.