Production Manager Pharmaceutical

Our client in the Pharmaceutical industry based in Port Elizabeth is currently looking to employ a Production Manager. Only those with Pharmaceutical industry experience will be considered. Main purpose of the position:
To manage the manufacturing operations for both Small Volume Parenterals and Large Volume Parenterals. Responsibilities:
Manage all personnel in the Production department.Ensure that all personnel in the production function is developed and trained as required by the various job functions.Ensure the timely supply of quality product to our customers.Ensure production department compliance to the OHSACT ACT 85 OF 1993 and departmental compliance to the Guide of Good Manufacturing Practice for medicines in South Africa.Ensure that final products meet specified quality.Ensure that production relevant documentation is GMP and GDoP compliant, on-time and reviewed prior to approval.Ensure that products are produced and stored according to the appropriate documentation in order to obtain the required quality.Implement/support risk-based approaches for all manufacturing aspects, operations and equipment.Oversee the development, implementation of and the adherence to the Standard Operating Procedures SOP-s in production.Ensure the production area meets hygiene and cleanliness standards i.E. ensure that cleaning is appropriate and efficient accordingto production needs.Ensure appropriate validation for equipment and processes are performed in the area of responsibility.Support QA in all production relevant to quality investigations for example product recalls, complaint investigation, deviations, OOS and change controls.Ensure that there is a system in operation within the production function to facilitate the inspection, investigation and taking of samples in order to monitor factors which affect product quality.Represent the manufacturing function during inspections and audits.Develop and control the financial budget for the Production department.Set KPI-s for the department and monitor the departmental performance against this plan.Continuously improve processes to introduce World Class Manufacturing practices within the business.Develop strategic roadmap for the production function to meet market and business requirements for the present and future conditions.Identify opportunities for productivity and efficiency improvements. Included in this will be the improvement of product yield.Ensure that adequate maintenance is carried out on all equipment, utilities and the manufacturing areas. Qualifications and Experience:
At least 10 years operations management experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment nonnegotiableGood experience and understanding of Sterile ManufacturingStrong management experience.Strong people management experienceStrong manufacturing process understandingExtensive experience in continuous improvement techniquesCan-do attitude