Overview
Join to apply for the Line Lead role at Chanelle Pharma. This is an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team within the Production and Manufacturing function, supporting Chanelle Pharma’s vision to be the most valued global provider of high quality, competitively priced pharmaceutical products and to provide excellent services and support to our customers.
Location
Onsite in our Loughrea production facility.
Reporting
This role reports to the Production Supervisor / Production Manager.
Responsibilities
* Meet the production schedule on a daily and weekly basis.
* Communicate and record any downtime or production stoppages to maintenance and to your supervisor.
* Ensure all materials and equipment are available for the line to run smoothly.
* Organise efficient line clearances, review cleaning logs and sign accordingly.
* Communicate daily targets to line personnel.
* Manufacture / pack product to GMP/FDA / regulatory standards as outlined in company documentation.
* Accurately complete all necessary documentation and review work orders prior to sign‑off.
* Carry out IPC checks as outlined in company documentation.
* Maintain machines / equipment and perform minor adjustments as appropriate.
* Clean machines / work area in accordance with standard operating procedures.
* Assist with on‑the‑job training of process operators.
* Assist in preparation of new procedures and review existing ones.
* Ensure attainment of targets relevant to the work centre.
* Adhere to health and safety procedures and maintain compliance with GMP/FDA requirements.
* Maintain hygiene and housekeeping standards in the production area.
* Cooperate with Quality Assurance to ensure products meet acceptable quality levels and suggest quality improvements when appropriate.
* Complete and review manufacturing and packaging batch documentation.
* Assist with investigations and close‑out of deviations.
* Participate in internal and external audits.
* Motivate production teams to achieve KPIs, handle performance issues constructively, and elevate concerns to the Production Supervisor as needed.
* Facilitate open two‑way communication with the team and assist with employee onboarding.
* Drive health and safety compliance, ensuring all H&S policies, emergency procedures and accident reporting are followed.
Qualifications & Experience
* Minimum 4 years’ experience in a regulated manufacturing FDA/HPRA environment.
* Experience operating technical equipment within a regulated manufacturing industry, including solid dosage, liquid dosage or blister packing machinery.
* Proven leadership capabilities; experience as team lead or relief supervisor desirable.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Strong problem‑solving ability with a proactive attitude.
* Decision‑making aptitude.
* Willingness to undertake training if required.
* Excellent knowledge of GMP & GDP requirements desirable.
Skills & Competencies
* Organisational skills, personal efficiency, time management and the ability to prioritise competing demands.
* Ability to lead a team and collaborate with others.
* Decision‑making within the production area.
* Leadership of values, initiatives and culture of the organisation.
* Change‑management skills, coaching and mentoring.
* Positive, proactive, action‑orientated person.
* Consistently exceed expectations for quality, quantity, customer service and timeliness.
* Resolve team problems and promote improvements.
* Demonstrate behaviours in line with the Company Values.
Role Hours (shifts rotate every 3 weeks)
* Day shift: 08.00 – 16.10 Mon – Thurs, 08.00 – 15.10 Fri.
* Evening shift: 16.00 – 12.10 Mon – Thurs, 15.00 – 22.10 Fri.
* Night shift: 12.00 – 08.10 Mon – Thurs, 22.00 – 05.10 Fri.
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