Novartis Hiring for Production Manager (Mon-Fri pm – :am) job in Indianapolis Full Time

236 million lives were touched by Novartis medicines in 2022, and while we’re proud of this, we know there is so much more we could do to help improve and extend people’s lives. We believe new insights, perspectives and ground-breaking solutions can be found at the intersection of medical science and digital innovation. That a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment inspires new ways of working.

We believe our potential can thrive and grow in an unbossed culture underpinned by integrity, curiosity and flexibility. And we can reinvent what’s possible, when we collaborate with courage to aggressively and ambitiously tackle the world’s toughest medical challenges. Because the greatest risk in life, is the risk of never trying!
Imagine what you could do here at Novartis!

The Production Manager will oversee the daily production process, coordinating all production activities and operations across multiple functions. Monitor the production processes and adjusts schedules as needed. Monitor productivity rates and product standards implement process improvement programs. Accountable for maintaining a safe and quality manufacturing environment while maintaining on-time and cost-effective production delivery.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
•Support a culture of safety, diversity, and inclusion
•Coordinate with Production Leads, Supply Chain, and other cross functional partners to schedule, monitor, and execute daily operations through efficient utilization of resources to meet production demand
•Ensure Good Documentation Practice, Good Manufacturing Practice, and Aseptic technique are followed on the shop floor and that all steps of the process are executed in accordance with approved procedures
•Support shop floor trouble shooting and problem solving by providing direction and coordination across functions to ensure timely resolution of issues. This includes supporting deviation investigations, CAPA, and OOS/OOT
•Responsible for authoring, reviewing, and/or approving GMP documents including but not limited to SOPs, Batch Records, Protocols, Reports, and Validation documents
•Coordinate with Production Leads to ensure the production team receives complete cGMP training and are qualified to perform the required operations
•Interview and hire production staff in conjunction with Production Leads and/or Head of Production
•Implement and maintain cost control programs and continuous improvement projects
•Audit and review emergency paperwork and processes to ensure compliance
•Monitor and regulate staffing needs to ensure optimum staffing levels are supporting business demands

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $107,200.00 and $160,800.00 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Please note: Some weekend work will be required.What you’ll bring to the role:

Bachelor’s degree in STEM related field or equivalent experience
Fluency in English
4+ years of relevant regulated industry experience, GMP environment preferred.
2+ years of experience in a leadership or management role preferred
Past experience with manufacturing practices, procedures, and processes preferred.
Excellent organizational and management skills