Manager, Packaging

  I.  POSITION SUMMARY:  This individual is responsible for all operational activities in the packaging area.  The position is responsible for the quality, efficiency, GMP, and safety requirements for all operating staff.  The Manager provides the leadership and vision needed to implement and execute change and continuous improvement.  The Manager ensures that all operations are conducted with total commitment to GMP, FDA, OSHA, and DEA regulations. II. PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:  Meets and communicates regularly with support departments to resolve problems, set schedules, recommend changes and improvements to better meet the needs of the business. Facilitates good employee relations through timely follow-up of employee concerns, effective communication, teamwork and empowerment, consistent administration of site and departmental policies, and by recognizing and rewarding exceptional performance. Ensures that all employees are adequately trained, knowledgeable, and familiar with their respective job requirements. Ensures departmental compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practice regulations, Standard Operating Procedures, site and corporate policies, and safety practices. Prepares performance appraisals and recommends compensation increases for departmental supervisory staff.  Reviews performance appraisals and recommends compensation increases for indirect reports (Operating Staff).III. ADDITIONAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 1.  Assists in budget planning, capital expenditure requests, and headcount justifications.2.  Facilitates process improvement and cost savings initiatives.3.  Recommends, submits, and approves Packaging worksheets and SOP changes POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:Education: Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, business, or related field required Experience:3-5 years experience in a leadership/supervisory role in the pharmaceutical or other federally regulated industry.  Experience in a Union environment is a plus. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Extensive knowledge of oral solid dose packagingA thorough understanding of GMP and FDA requirements and proceduresExcellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)Bi-lingual (Spanish) a plus  Travel Requirements: Primarily office based with minimal required travel (10%) to corporate offices in St. Louis and NYC.  May also travel for factory acceptance testing of new equipment (project specific). Relocation will not be provided.  For consideration please submit resume along with salary requirements.  Committed to continuing diversity at work.EOE m/f/d/v *Note:  While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties from a particular job and to assign other duties as necessary and at any time. All positions at Forest Laboratories, Inc. or its subsidiaries are at-will employment, and a position description is not a guarantee of a job or of job responsibilities.