Production Automation Manager

What Were Looking For

The Production Automation Manager is responsible for the daily leadership and operational success of automated filling lines. This role ensures production targets are met through high efficiency superior quality and peak equipment performance. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who is mechanically inclined and capable of troubleshooting maintaining and performing repairs on automated systems including Aesus filling lines while ensuring strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

What You Will Do

Production Management & KPIs

Manage filling operations to ensure products are filled on time in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) batch records and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Monitor analyze and report key performance indicators (KPIs) including line efficiency throughput yield scrap downtime and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).

Identify prioritize and implement process improvements to increase efficiency reduce scrap minimize downtime and optimize line performance.

Serve as the primary escalation point for production safety quality equipment and personnel issues.

Coordinate and communicate filling schedules production performance issues and improvement initiatives across departments.

Own dayâtoâday operation and performance of all automated and semiâautomated filling equipment including Aesus filling line systems.

Oversee the design implementation maintenance and upgrades of automated systems to ensure reliability compliance and scalability.

Perform handsâon troubleshooting of mechanical electrical pneumatic and basic control system issues.

Execute routine maintenance and basic repairs; coordinate with Maintenance OEMs and thirdâparty contractors for complex issues.

Partner with IT Quality and Production teams to integrate automation into existing workflows and systems.

Support equipment qualification validation and new product introductions related to filling operations.

Maintain accurate records of equipment performance maintenance activities deviations and repairs.

Team Leadership & Employee Development

Provide daily leadership direction and handsâon support to all filling operations personnel.

Manage staffing levels shift coverage scheduling training qualification and ongoing development of frontâline operators.

Conduct performance reviews and provide continuous coaching feedback and corrective guidance as needed.

Assess training needs and develop training plans with a focus on equipment operation troubleshooting safety and GMP compliance.

Foster a positive engaged and teamâoriented work environment that promotes accountability and continuous improvement.

Safety & Compliance:

Ensure all safety procedures related to filling operations and automated equipment are defined communicated and followed including lockout/tagout and machine safety practices.

Participate in deviation investigations root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) related to filling operations.

Ensure full compliance with internal SOPs GMP requirements and applicable regulatory standards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Work closely with Quality R&D Planning Warehouse Maintenance and other support teams to ensure product quality schedule attainment and operational excellence.

Communicate equipment quality or production issues promptly to minimize schedule impact and prevent recurrence.

Who You Are

Education & Experience:

Bachelor of Science degree in Business Engineering Manufacturing or a related field with at least one (1) year of leadership experience in a manufacturing or packaging operation; OR

Four (4) or more years of experience in a supervisory role within a manufacturing filling or packaging environment.

Technical Expertise:

Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot maintain and improve automated filling equipment performance.

Direct experience with Aesus filling equipment or similar automated liquid/powder filling systems is highly preferred.

Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of pneumatic electrical and basic control systems.

Operational Knowledge:

Deep understanding of production line operations and efficiency principles (OEE throughput yield) applicable to both low- and high-speed environments.

Experience working within a regulated environment (GMP/SOP) is preferred.

Leadership & Communication:

Proven ability to lead coach and develop front-line production personnel.

Strong team-building time management and collaborative problem-solving skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with personnel at all levels of the organization.

Systems & Technology:

Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook Word Excel)

Experience using ERP systems for production tracking and inventory management.

Who We Are

PCCA helps pharmacists and prescribers create personalized medicine that makes a difference in patients lives. As a complete resource for independent compounding pharmacists PCCA provides high-quality products education and support to more than 3000 pharmacy members throughout the United States Canada Australia and other countries around the world. Incorporated in 1981 by a network of pharmacists PCCA has supported pharmacy compounding for more than 40 years. Learn more at .

Required Experience:

Manager