Production Lead (Day Shift)

Who We Are:

At Veranova we believe people are our most important asset and we are dedicated to building the most talented and diverse workforce in our industry. Our commitment to uncompromising focus on quality compliance safety and excellence in delivery shapes everything we do. We are not just looking for skills; we are seeking innovative individuals who have a mindset open to learning and growth and a desire to make a difference.

Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.

Join us on our mission to enable current and nextgeneration therapeutics to improve and save the lives of patients.

Role Overview:

The Production Leads principal responsibilities include operating production equipment completing associated documentation and directing production technicians on shift on the same duties. The Production Lead is responsible for ensuring that the shift meets all safety compliance and performance goals while meeting production schedules. The position also coordinates with other departments such as QA QC Purchasing Maintenance and Material Control to ensure all support activities are completed in a manner that all performance goals and production schedules are met. The Production Lead will serve as the acting Production Supervisor in the absence of the Production Supervisor.

Core Responsibilities:

• Promotes a positive work environment by maintaining a safe work area and ensuring that their team members have the knowledge skills and appropriate tools to perform their assigned duties and a thorough understanding of their performance expectations.
• Provides prompt appropriate feedback to team members both positive and constructive in a continuing effort to develop employees to their full potential.
• Demonstrates a professional and positive attitude integrity and a strong work ethic and requires teammates to do the same.
• Effectively utilizes staff materials and equipment to produce quality products fit for their intended use in a safe manner and at the optimum level of productivity to maximize business unit profitability.
• Ensures that all work by self and teammates is performed in compliance with Company SOPs FDA CGMPs DEA regulations and all local state and federal regulations regarding safety health and the environment.
• Trains staff on production activities and organizes daily work to allow for training activities to occur on time. Helps Production Supervisor track training of staff to ensure training is completed on time.
• Ensures that both the facility and pharmaceutical systems documentation are maintained in compliance with Company and FDA/CGMP and DEA regulations and practices.
• Facilitates problem resolution through strong working relationships with Analytical/Quality Control Quality Assurance Maintenance and Material Control
• Communicates to and collaborates with the Production Supervisor employee relations issues performance management of staff continuous improvement and project goals/objectives.
• Accountable for documentation and reports related to operations including but not limited to shift handover reports material usage reports deviations and safety investigations.
• Ensures that waste is appropriately characterized labelled stored and disposed in compliance with all Company state and federal regulations.
• Assures all production/support equipment is in proper operating condition and that all production equipment is appropriately labelled with a current status tag. Works collaboratively with Maintenance as appropriate.
• Always ensures the security and safe handling of all controlled substances. Strictly adheres to all Company and DEA regulations.
• Promptly reports all incidents in the correct manner according to procedure and completes investigations as necessary.
• Effectively escalates issues in a timely manner regarding goals versus results.
• Effectively communicates with QC Testing group regarding timing and prioritization of inprocess sample requirements.
• Ensures a level of housekeeping appropriate for a pharmaceutical manufacturer. Develop and maintain 5S areas.
• Ensures appropriate inventory levels of production supplies are maintained.
• Looks for ways to improve efficiency and productivity and reduce costs and encourages team members to do the same. Effectively communicates suggestions.
• May perform all work associated with Production Technician duties to meet Production schedules.

Qualifications:

• Whileperforming the duties of this job it is required to stand walk and use hands to operate objects tools or controls; reach with hands or arms; climb balance stoop kneel or crouch when necessary for job activity.
• Able to lift 50lbs and occasionally lift and or/move more than 100 pounds using available material handling equipment.
• AA/BA or equivalent minimum 3 5 years of experience in STEM field or High School Diploma and/or Pharmaceutical Certification or equivalent required with 7 10 years experience.
• Experience working in a production KiloLab and/or Plant.
• Good mechanical aptitude and ability to provide technical guidance
• Demonstrate attentiontodetail problem solving and ability to multitask.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Demonstrate leadership skills to direct a work group.

Preferred

• Solid understanding of GMP and FDA regulations
• Prior basic production laboratory skills

Our Commitment:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health & Wellness benefits. Access to mental health resources and wellness programs. Generous PTO and holiday pay policies.
• Financial Wellness: Comprehensive total compensation package that includes competitive base salary Defined Contribution Pension program eligibility for performancebased bonuses and attractive 401(k) Plan with company match.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning through LinkedIn Learning workshops conferences and mentorship. Tuition Assistance for Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs.
• Inclusive Culture: At Veranova an inclusive culture is integral to our values. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career.

How to Apply:

At Veranova we are on a mission to meet people that believe in our values and can contribute to the team in a variety of ways. Please visit to view all open roles and join our Talent Community to stay connected and learn about opportunities as they arise.

We value a range of experiences and perspectives. If you want to be part of improving and saving the lives of patients we encourage you to apply regardless of whether you meet every qualification listed.

If you are a veteran first responder or in the process of transitioning from service member to civilian life we encourage you to apply. Your experience brings invaluable skills and insights that can contribute to our team.

For applicants who may require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability you may submit your request by sending an email to in order to confirm your request for an accommodation. Please include the job number title and location of role. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Veranova employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.

Additional Information:

Applicants for this role must be authorized to work in the United States without further employer sponsorship.

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