Supervisor, Formulation
Akorn 2

Job Info

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The Formulation Supervisor is responsible for the running of an efficient department that consistently meets the daily manufacturing schedule while maintaining full adherence to all quality and safety standard set by Akorn.

• Monitor the manufacturing processes from start to finish to ensure full conformance to manufacturing instructions outlined in Master Batch Records.
• Provide effective training to all employees on the shift so that they fully understand the manufacturing processes and cleaning procedures in the compounding department.
• Review executed batch records, logbooks and other process related documents for accuracy and completeness following ALCOA+ principal.
• Provide leadership to Formulation Team Members on 3 shifts and hold them accountable for adherence to SOPs, Batch Records and other cGMP practices and procedures in the department.
• Promote a safe work environment.
• Monitor employee performance and provide feedback in a timely manner on steps necessary for improvement with positive expectations for improved future performance. Provide the tools necessary for employees to meet department standard. Provide honest appraisal of employee performance during yearly review.
• Responsible for ensuring that the department is cGMP compliant at all times.
• Assist in deviation and nonconformance investigations in the compounding department.
• Improve efficiencies within the compounding department by ensuring effective utilization of available labor.
• Maintain open communication with employees
• Identify areas in the department that need improvement and work with department leadership to facilitate improvements.
• Perform JDE requisitions.
• Be pro-active by collaborating with department team members to ensure that the batches on the daily schedule are weighed and all required raw materials are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of BS Engineering or Science degree (Chemistry) preferred.
• Preferred pharmaceutical manufacturing experience in liquid formulation.
• Preferred pharmaceutical formulation process management and formulation development experience

Company Overview
Who we are?

Aside from being a pharmaceutical industry leader with deep roots in the eye care community, Akorn has proven through the years, to be a company of clear vision. A vision of what it takes to continually develop and evolve in order sustain our mission, which is to improve patients' lives through the quality, availability and affordability of our products. Along with developing and manufacturing branded and generic ophthalmics, Akorn manufactures injectable, oral liquid, optic, topical, inhalant, and animal health products. To learn more please visit our website at www.Akorn.com .

Why choose us?

Akorn employees are modern day superheroes! That might sound like an exaggeration; however, when you think of it, superheroes help those in need. That is exactly what we do here at Akorn. If you choose to work with us, you are not choosing to work an ordinary job. You are choosing to make an impact in this world. You are choosing to have a career with purpose. If you are seeking a rewarding opportunity where you can make a difference for others, then put on your cape and join the team!!

What do we offer?

• Competitive pay
• Growth and development opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 3 weeks PTO + Personal Days
• 9 company holidays
• 401K match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefit Options
• 100% Paid Maternity Leave
• Fast paced, family-oriented work environment
• Wellness Program
• Inclusive and diverse culture
• Adoption Assistance
• Flexible Spending Accounts

EEO Statement
Akorn, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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