Summary

Continuous Improvement & Plant Operations Supervisor will be working in a cross functional environment to ensure Plant Optimization. The purpose of this position is to lead a smaller scoped department while working to optimize plant output, reducing non-value added waste through leading and supporting CI initiatives. The Supervisor will be responsible for collecting data, performing analysis, developing countermeasures, implementing improvement projects and ensuring the desired outcome is sustained through machine health, operator planning and material work flow. This role will also support deploying the next phase of PWS across the site they support, including but not limited to Operator Driven Reliability, 5S, Standard Work, and other PWS House initiatives. This role will also be responsible for supporting the in a Tablet Manufacturing Supervisory role, specifically through Coating where you will oversee 10-20 employees working in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

Job description

Description Overview

Continuous Improvement & Plant Operations Supervisor will be working in a cross functional environment to ensure Plant Optimization. The purpose of this position is to lead a smaller scoped department while working to optimize plant output, reducing non-value added waste through leading and supporting CI initiatives. The Supervisor will be responsible for collecting data, performing analysis, developing countermeasures, implementing improvement projects and ensuring the desired outcome is sustained through machine health, operator planning and material work flow. This role will also support deploying the next phase of PWS across the site they support, including but not limited to Operator Driven Reliability, 5S, Standard Work, and other PWS House initiatives. This role will also be responsible for supporting the in a Tablet Manufacturing Supervisory role, specifically through Coating where you will oversee 10-20 employees working in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

Scope of the Role

Work effectively within zone functions to translate process improvement findings into sustained improvement
Support Work System Practices, technology solution liaison and ownership of shop floor tools, and training, and oversight of reporting processes
Understand and analyze top down cost and output improvements for Kaizen and lean efforts targeting non value-added activities
Improvement activity examples include but are not limited to: cleaning optimization projects, Yield/Scrap improvement projects, Lean SixSigma Projects, and ODR Roll-out and support
Implement Lean Practices (7-steps) to improve cost and output deliverables impacting operator efficiency and machine capabilities
Drive and influence change across multiple departments by implementing factory standards
Effectively lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Identify new sources of data and methods of data collection, analysis and reporting
Quantify the value of continuous improvement opportunities
Effectively communicate with all levels of the organization

Experience Required

Required: Bachelor's degree with preference to industrial engineering or related field. In lieu of a bachelor's degree, experience in leadership and/or project management of 8+ years showing progressive responsibilities would be considered.
Previous experience working in an FDA regulated industry preferred.
Lean manufacturing knowledge required and ability to implement lean manufacturing tools and methodologies
Strong technical background including high volume and complex manufacturing environment
Strong skills in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel (macro)) required
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to learn and understand complex equipment capabilities, operations/material flow, and data flow
Ability to successfully manage multiple projects
Preferred: Minimum of 5+ years in industrial or process engineering strongly desired
Preferred: Six sigma Green belt highly preferred.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with preference to industrial engineering or related field, or 8+ years of progressive leadership/project management experience in lieu of degree
Lean manufacturing knowledge required and ability to implement lean manufacturing tools and methodologies
Strong technical background including high volume and complex manufacturing environment
Strong skills in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel (macro)) required
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to learn and understand complex equipment capabilities, operations/material flow, and data flow
Ability to successfully manage multiple projects
Previous experience working in an FDA regulated industry preferred
Minimum of 5+ years in industrial or process engineering strongly desired
Six sigma Green belt highly preferred

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Career Development Opportunities
Total Rewards Benefits

Company overview

Perrigo Company plc is a leading global provider of over-the-counter (OTC) consumer self-care products and pharmaceutical solutions. Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, with principal operations in the United States, Perrigo specializes in developing, manufacturing, and marketing store-brand OTC pharmaceuticals, nutritional products, and active pharmaceutical ingredients. The company operates through two main segments: Consumer Self-Care Americas and Consumer Self-Care International, offering a diverse portfolio that includes pain relief medications, cough and cold remedies, digestive health products, vitamins, and infant formulas. Perrigo is particularly known for its private-label manufacturing capabilities, supplying major retailers with high-quality, affordable alternatives to national brand products. With a strong focus on innovation and quality, the company has established itself as a trusted partner for retailers and consumers worldwide, leveraging its extensive research and development capabilities to bring new products to market while maintaining rigorous quality standards across its global manufacturing facilities.