Production Manager Pharma

Antal International is a Multinational Headhunting Company with more than 140 offices in 40 countries.

Life Science is a Team specialized in profiles with a Scientific and Engineering background in Manufacturing, Production, Engineering, SCM, Research and Development, Medical, Quality and Technical-Commercial in Pharmaceutical, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Biotech, Chemical, Cosmetic, Medical, Diagnostic, Plastic Rubber, Food sectors.

The Company

Multinational Pharmaceutical Company

Production Manager Pharma

THE ROLE

• Plan production schedule in collaboration with other company functions;
• Monitor raw materials inventories to ensure production continuity and optimize costs and storage levels;
• Act as the key driver for the adoption of new operational methodologies, promoting a Lean culture across all organizational levels (Tier Accountability, Gemba Walks, and Structured Problem Solving), effectively managing resistance to change;
• Maintain a strong presence in the department, acting as a visible, approachable, and authoritative reference for Department Managers, Shift Supervisors, and Operators;
• Build a collaborative and cohesive work environment, actively contributing to a positive company climate and team motivation, while managing direct and indirect resources;
• Coordinate departments with heterogeneous technologies:
• Sterile: Ensure process sterility (Aseptic processing, sterilizing filtration, filling in classified environments, terminal sterilization);
• Semi-solids (Gels) and Solid Oral Forms: Supervise granulation, mixing, compression, and bulk preparation processes.
• Ensure the efficiency of primary and secondary packaging lines, by reducing changeover times and optimizing material flow;
• Monitor compliance with customer delivery schedules through coordination with management and customer service;
• Ensure continuous improvement of the Integrated Management System performance for the protection of Workers' Health and Safety and of the Environment;
• Ensure that production facilities are used safely and in an environmentally responsible manner, and that all employees are trained according to current safety regulations;
• Coordinate with Maintenance to ensure plant availability, planning technical downtime and preventive interventions without impacting service levels;
• Personal growth and accountability within the working team by analysing behaviours and attitudes inconsistent with assigned roles, with the aim of achieving company objectives and promoting corporate culture.
• Promote a "zero" safety culture (i.e. zero injury), ensuring compliance with Legislative Decree 81/08 and environmental regulations, and guaranteeing that all personnel are properly trained and aware of operational risks;
• Elaborate the production budget (fixed costs, variable costs, headcount), monitoring monthly performance, analyzing variances, and implementing corrective actions to restore efficiency.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree: Engineering (Chemical, Management, Mechanical) or scientific disciplines (Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology);
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role (minimum 3 years in Pharma within structured Pharmaceutical/Consumer Healthcare companies), or with transversal professional path covering roles of increasing responsibility related to production/production process management/operational excellence. Proven experience in Pharmaceutical or Consumer Healthcare manufacturing contexts is mandatory;
• Advanced knowledge of sterile and/or non-sterile production techniques;
• Advanced knowledge of GMP (sterile and non-sterile) and HSE regulations;
• Advanced knowledge of Lean Manufacturing methodologies (i.e. Problem Solving, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, SMED). Green Belt certification is required;
• Proficient knowledge of English (written and spoken): at least B2 level;
• Proven experience in managing organizational or cultural change projects;
• Ability to analyze complex situations (root cause analysis) and take rapid, data-driven decisions;
• Ability to maintain clarity and precision in dynamic environments while meeting strict deadlines.

LOCATION:
Tuscany

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