What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Leadership Development Associate position at Tolmar?
Core Hours: M-F 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Purpose and Scope
The Operations Leadership Development Program provides 4 separate 6-month rotations over 2 years within multiple departments including Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain. The intent is to provide exposure to and involvement in the end-to-end process from supply planning to commercial manufacturing inclusive of engineering and quality roles, preparing the Associate for a potential leadership position.
The Associate in the Operations Leadership Development Program demonstrates technical expertise, GMP knowledge, leadership skills, and a strong safety and quality mindset while operating within Tolmar Values.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Identify, propose and support implementation of process improvements and optimization of their respective manufacturing/operational processes.
- Develop leadership skills through participating in a supervisory rotation in the manufacturing department.
- Develop technical writing skills by writing deviation reports, change controls, validation protocols, standard operating procedures, and other documents.
- Learn about and support technical troubleshooting in Engineering and Maintenance.
- Participate in and comply with required Tolmar training.
- Interact closely with project teams across departments supporting the development and launch of new products.
- Gain an overall understanding of Supply Chain management, including materials planning, Sales & Operations Planning and finite scheduling.
- Learn about and apply Lean concepts to operations processes through execution of critical improvement projects based on training that will be provided.
- Apply basic statistics for data trending and technical and logistical problem solving as needed.
- Adhere to regulations for drugs and medical devices, including USP, ICH and FDA regulations to ensure compliance.
- Demonstrate high degree of honesty, initiative, integrity, drive, reliability and trustworthiness.
- Actively model and foster a positive, respectful, and harassment-free work environment for all employees.
- Operate in accordance with our Code of Conduct and Business Ethics, and all established regulatory, compliance and safety requirements.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to gain proficiency in the operational mechanisms that support Operations at Tolmar.
- Awareness of FDA regulations, USP, NF, ICH, EP, and their application in manufacturing.
- Proficiency in effective technical writing.
- Ability to develop leadership skills in a supervisory capacity.
- Introductory knowledge of:
- Lean Concepts (5S, leader standard work, line balancing, poke yoke, centerlining, etc.)
- Regulatory requirements
- Supply Chain Concepts (procurement, S&OP, scheduling, inventory management)
- Ability to work well independently and within a team environment.
- Ability to develop experience in equipment troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs.
- Effective written presentation and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other departments to drive significant business results.
- Demonstrated ability to solve problems in a timely manner.
Core Values
- The Operations Leadership Development Associate is expected to operate within the framework of Tolmar’s Core Values:
- Consistently operate with the highest standards of ethics and compliance.
- Take ownership of your actions, success and setbacks.
- Respect each other and understand that honest collaboration is at the heart of our company success.
- Go the extra mile to make things happen.
- Be committed to all we do and the patients we serve.
- Embrace change with enthusiasm.
- Strive to learn about and understand the needs of customers and patients and take action with great speed and efficiency no matter the task.
Education & Experience
- B.S. in Engineering or related required; M.S. in Engineering Management or MBA preferred.
- Previous experience in manufacturing, quality, engineering or supply chain preferred.
- Previous supervisory experience preferred.
Working Conditions
- Manufacturing setting. Associates are expected to engage and collaborate with cross functional teams where the operation occurs.
- May require shift work as applicable.
Compensation and Benefits
- Pay range: $59,532.60 - $89,289.89 depending on experience
- Benefits summary: https://www.tolmar.com/careers/employee-benefits
Salary : $59,533 - $89,290
