Supervisor, Operations - Processing at Vivex Biologics in Miami, FL

Description

The Operations Supervisor candidate promotes lean behaviors across the organization while utilizing the problem-solving system. Candidate has knowledge of internal quality system and corresponding policies and procedures. Possesses knowledge of production operations while driving the production plan. Supervisor must be able to implement and sustain production metrics directly related to the company’s KPI while making procedural or resource adjustment as necessary. Responsibilities include production planning, schedule attainment, and the ability to try storm production downtime for daily operations. Candidate has a high sense of urgency and the ability to prioritize accordingly.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Promotes Lean behaviors across the organization (includes leading and participating in Try storming, Brainstorming and other Lean related initiatives)

2. Applies Problem Solving Techniques and 5 WHY’s analysis to address Non-Conformities, Correction reports, and Customer Complaints as well as Technical Challenges.

3.  Ensures that Processing Operations comply to State and Federal Regulations and AATB Standards. 

4. Oversees daily/weekly Operations by collaboration with Direct Reports while ensuring Schedule completion and driving cost reduction efforts.

5. Ensures that all Non-Conformances and/or Deviations are Reported to the Quality Team and that it is documented appropriately. Track to Completion in Collaboration with personnel assigned to the Investigation. Drive Root-Cause Analysis during this process.

6. Supports Training efforts for the Operations Team in Collaboration with Direct Reports.

7. Driven by a challenging sense of urgency for customer delivery while monitoring expense control, staff management, goods production, and value stream management in order to ensure that Operations run accordingly.

8. Coordinates with Supporting Teams During the Process of Product Transfer for Execution of Dry Runs at the Processing Stage.

9. Conducts Mid and End of Year reviews for Direct reports. Develop and Mentor Direct Reports by Creating and Tracking Impactful/Actionable Developmental Plans. 

10. Creates and Track Performance Improvement Plans when needed. 

11. Familiarizes with the Company’s Financial Targets while Aligning Direct Report’s metrics accordingly.

12. Uses Judgment to Identify, Troubleshoot and resolve Day-to-Day Technical Operations Issues.

13. Collaborates with Supporting Production Departments for the Sterile Processing and Environmental Cleaning daily Operations.

14. Contributes to the completion of Process Improvement Opportunities that have significant scope and impact to the organization.

15. Resourceful in Completing assigned Deadlines and can Multitask effectively.

16. Perform other Duties as Assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in science or related with a minimum of 2 years of relevant management experience or master’s degree with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience. Tissue Banking experience Preferred.

Strong analytical, planning critical thinking, and troubleshooting skills. Ability to effectively communicate with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications include:

• Computer Processing
• Project Management
• Lean Behaviors
• Problem Solving
• Strong Interpersonal skills
• Good documentation skills
• Written, Verbal and strong communication skills
• Attention to  detail
• Strong organizational skills

Working Conditions

Majority of the work is performed indoors. However, some work will be performed in a cleanroom environment. Must be willing to work weekends and evening hours as necessary. Must be willing to accommodate travel if necessary.

Physical Requirements

The ability to stand for extended periods of time. Occasional lifting/pushing heavy objects up to 30 pounds.

Direct Reports

Birth Tissue/Particulate or Musculoskeletal Processing Team Lead.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and 

responsibilities to this job any time. 

VIVEX Biologics, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination and/or harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Vivex will not provide sponsorship or employment for candidates who require the 24-month STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) extension. Please note this is not an offer of immigration sponsorship

VIVEX Biologics, Inc. complies with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of a job.