Production Manager at a Manufacturing Pharmaceutical Company

A reputable manufacturing pharmaceutical company based in Lagos requires the services of a PRODUCTION MANAGER.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the provision of potable water for daily production needs.
• Oversee the smooth functioning of day-to-day operations within the production unit.
• Accountable for achieving quality production standards and meeting production targets.
• Plan and control inventory of raw materials and packing materials.
• Develop daily, weekly, and monthly material requirements based on production plans.
• Create and implement production plans in coordination with logistics, planning, and procurement.
• Maintain discipline among staff through coordination with the HR Department.
• Lead new product development initiatives.
• Ensure cleanliness and hygienic conditions throughout the factory.
• Monitor dispatches of finished goods as per marketing requirements.
• Prepare MRM (Material Requirement Matrix) and QRM (Quality Requirement Matrix).
• Verify Batch Manufacturing Record (BMR) and Batch Packing Record (BPR) upon completion of each batch.
• Prepare, compound and formulate pharmaceutical products following standard SOP’S and GMP guidelines
• Ensure compliance with all local and international pharmaceutical regulations including NAFDAC.
• Participate in conducting interviews and selecting operators, supervisors, and pharmacists.
• Assume responsibilities in the absence of the Superintendent Pharmacist.
• Collaborate with various service departments such as Engineering, QCQA, HR/Admin, Logistics, Planning, and Procurement.
• Conduct training sessions for staff as per the training plan and review their performance accordingly.

Required Skills Experience:

• B. Pharm
• Maximum of 7 years of experience working in pharmaceutical manufacturing with at least 3 years of experience in a managerial role
• Good interpersonal relationship
• Ability to handle situations under pressure
• Good knowledge of local language & skills in communication
• Strong analytical and excellent presentation skills
• Flexibility, resourcefulness, and a can-do attitude
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and perform other duties as reasonably required to achieve the goals of the company.
• Applicant must reside in Lagos; residence around Amuwo Odofin, Mile 2, Festac, Coker, Apapa, Satelite town, Surulere etc will be an added advantage.