FAMARis a European contract manufacturing and development partner, for the pharmaceutical and health & beauty industry.
Building on over 75 years' expertise, we deliver flexible solutions, from development to production and distribution.
Driven by our customer-care mindset, we offer services covering the majority of pharmaceutical forms.
Through the outstanding knowledge and commitment of our **** employees and with a network of 7 production sites, we supply a wide range of **** products in 125 international markets.
For our Italian plant inBaranzate (MI), which specialises in the production of oral solids, we are looking for an experienced and qualified professional to fill the position ofManufacturing Department Managerwithin the Production, Pharma Maintenance & Transfer department, reporting directly to the Head of Production.
This role is responsible for leading operations within our Solid Oral Dosage Forms department, ensuring the efficient, compliant, high-quality and timely production of tablets, capsules, and other solid oral pharmaceutical products, as well as overseeing the successful transfer of new products into manufacturing.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee daily manufacturing activities for solid oral dosage forms, ensuring adherence to GMP and regulatory standards
Lead and manage a team of shift supervisors and MFG operators to meet production targets
Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to optimize processes and resolve operational issues
Collaborate with EHS to ensure full-compliance of Safety standard in the department, acting as the appointed Safety Supervisor (Preposto) for the area
Monitor KPIs such as yield, efficiency, downtime, and quality deviations; implement corrective actions as needed
Ensure accurate and compliant documentation (MBR) produced by the manufacturing department and manage all related ERP transactions for finished product delivery
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure their effective implementation
Ensure proper training and professional development of team members
Participate in audits and inspections by clients and regulatory authorities
Manage departmental capacity planning and resource allocation
BACKGROUND & REQUIREMENTS:
University Degree in CTF, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
Strong knowledge of GMP, AIFA, EMA, and other relevant regulatory guidelines.
Proven experience with solid oral dosage technologies (granulation, compression, coating, encapsulation).
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Fluent in English