Job Description:

TITLE:
Associate Director of Production

Title: Associate Director of Production

Reports To: Site Director of Operations

Location: Raleigh

Indivior is a global specialty pharmaceutical company working to help change patients' lives by developing medicines to treat substance use disorders (SUD) and serious mental illnesses. The name is the blend of the words individual and endeavor, and the tagline "Focus on you" makes the company's commitment clear. It represents and empathizes with the often-difficult journey each individual patient takes to overcome the challenges of addiction and mental illness.

Indivior is dedicated to transforming addiction from a global human crisis to a recognized and treated chronic disease. Our vision is that all patients around the world will have access to evidence-based treatment for the chronic conditions and co-occurring disorders of SUD. The Indivior logo radiates its patient-focused, holistic focus on expanding access to quality treatment for addiction worldwide. Building on its global portfolio of opioid use disorder treatments, Indivior has a pipeline of product candidates designed to both expand on its heritage in this category and potentially address other chronic conditions and co-occurring disorders of SUD, including alcohol use disorder and cannabis use disorder.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Production Manager is a key member of the Indivior Raleigh Senior Leadership Team reporting to the Site Director of Operations. The Production Manager is responsible for the direction and management of the drug product value stream within operations and is accountable for improvement of key performance indicators related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost. This role prepares operation schedules and coordinates manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality meet specifications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Contributes to site as integral part of SLT driving strategy and culture; including collaboration with cross-functional leaders to set continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence

• Accountable for key performance metrics including machine and labor efficiencies and provides guidance to departmental leaders to ensure scorecard objectives and KPI's are met and ensure that all customer/production delivery deadlines are adhered to

• Drive and lead the use of Lean and Six Sigma tools and techniques in problem solving and process improvement activities

• Collaborates with cross-functional leaders to set continuous improvement initiatives for operational excellence and instill, promote, and drive continuous improvement culture within existing businesses and establish appropriate structures and systems to deliver value to the customer and drive operational excellence

• Supports site leader in managing capacity and participates in scheduling optimization to meet internal and external customer on-time delivery demands as well as defines departmental objectives in line with business goals

• Institute and ensure implementation of training programs to ensure personnel are proficient in performance of assigned duties. Provide guidance on staffing, training & development, employee relations and performance management to develop and enhance the salaried and hourly production team, working closely with direct reports. Implement engagement plans & initiatives to motivate workers towards achieving established goals. Routinely evaluate and review employee performance.

• Work with Technical / Project Management teams to execute drug product technical transfer according to plans as scheduled and on time

• Ensure plant follows OSHA and local, state, and federal environmental regulations

• Ensure that value stream in its entirety is inspection ready at all times as well as other duties as assigned by Site Leader.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering related discipline; Master's degree preferred

• 10+ years of experience in a regulated industry, with demonstrated performance in a supervisory position and proficient in managing daily improvement (MDI) facilitation and visual factory concepts in a cGMP/FDA regulated industry

• Experience with aseptic processing and prefilled syringe production

COMPETENCIES/CONDUCT:

In addition to the minimum qualifications, the employee will demonstrate:

• Proficiency in establishing performance standards and monitoring performance of direct and indirect reports as well as ability to teach others to do the same

• Knowledge of product cost accounting and delivering drug product on schedule and at budget

• Ability to perform and coach systematic root cause analysis and implementation of effective countermeasures

• Demonstrated proficiency in driving the 5S process and culture in the plant

• Practical application of TPM concepts to include autonomous maintenance and performance monitoring through OEE

• Strong verbal and written skills; exceptional attention to details and documentation. Ability to choose a type of communication that is most effective in a given situation. Such competency empowers individuals to achieve the goals of any communication in a manner that is best suited for all parties involved.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and as a leader including appreciation of cultural differences and diversity in the workplace, ability to build positive relationships with others and conduct negotiation to establish win/win solutions

• Experience with recruitment, interviewing and hiring appropriate staffing levels

• Ability to facilitate continuous improvement events (value stream mapping, SMED, kaizen) a plus

Physical Requirements:

Position is exposed to a number of environments, office, lab, outside, plant floor, etc. Occasionally requiring lifting up to 50 pounds and carrying less than 10 lbs. Talking, standing, walking, will be done frequently.

BENEFITS:

Indivior is committed to providing a culture driven by guiding principles and top-tier benefits that match the importance of the work we do. The Indivior experience includes:

• 3 weeks' vacation plus floating holidays and sick leave


• 401(k) and Profit-Sharing Plan- Company match of 75% on your first 6% of contributions discount and profit-sharing contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay


• U.S. Employee Stock Purchase Plan- 15% Discount


• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability coverage


• Health and Dependent Care Flex Spending options


• Adoption assistance


• Tuition reimbursement


• Leverage Concierge/personal assistance services


• Voluntary benefits including Legal, Pet Insurance and Auto/Home coverage


• Gym, fitness facility and cell phone discounts


• Our Guiding Principles, Core Values and Vision provide a culture that unites and guides our employees.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES:

Indivior's guiding principles are the foundation for each employee's success and growth. Each employee is expected to demonstrate understanding and adherence to our guiding principles in their everyday performance.

COMPLIANCE OBLIGATIONS:

Indivior is committed to maintaining a workplace where employees are committed to compliance and feel comfortable raising concerns about potential violations of policies or unethical behaviour. As part of your responsibilities, you are expected to:

Employee Obligations:

• Always act with honesty and integrity.


• Risk IQ: Know what policies apply to your role and function and adhere to them.


• Speak Up: If you see something, say something.

Manager Obligations:

• Always act with honesty and integrity


• Reinforce risk awareness with your team, with accountability and oversight for ongoing review and mitigation.


• Model and reinforce a Speak Up culture on your team.

The duties and responsibilities identified in this position description are considered essential but are not limited to only those outlined. The employee may perform other functions that may be assigned. Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties of this position at any time.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

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