Key Responsibility
Provide direction and leadership for plant operations including: Extraction of Cannabis, Manufacturing of final products, Packing, Quality Operations, R&D, Materials Management, Technical Services, Engineering and EHS.
Establishing workflow policies that enhance speed and efficiency without compromising product safety or integrity.
Develop and execute operating plans that lead to the achievement of the company goals.
Able to adjust output capacity, flexibility according to the uncertain situation.
Supervise the preparation of operating procedures and related documents to define methods, criteria and requirements related to production, engineering and R&D work in accordance with the quality system.
Responsibility to manage the production budget and plans to maximize profitability.
Review the overall production processes and procedure to ensure they operate at highest possible efficiency.
Review operations performance and trigger corrective actions and improvement.
Manage accurate inventory and ensure proper storage of received raw materials /API /excipients and finished products.
Manage engineering function to ensure the safety, capability and efficiency of facility / utilities and equipment.
Develop and maintain an effective organization through effective selection, training, leadership and management.
Develop and support operational excellence across all functions - including continuous improvement and lean manufacturing.
Ensure ethics and integrity through compliance / risk management.
Create, establish and maintain an environment that encourages teamwork, empowerment and commitment.
Communicating any problems or obstacles to senior management.
Qualification
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmacy, Industrial Pharmacy or related field.
10+ years of experience in manufacturing of pharmaceutical products, or cosmeceutical products.
5+ years of experience in a Plant Manager position or equivalent or have at least 8 years of experience as a Production Manager.
Knowledge of PIC/s GMP and quality requirements related to pharmaceuticals including ICH, ASEAN Guideline.
Knowledge of quality management system (ISO 9001), Occupational health and safety management systems (ISO 45001) and environmental management systems (ISO 14001).
Knowledge of extraction of phytoactive compounds from herbal plants.
Good knowledge and skills in planning and Result Based Management.
Good knowledge and skills in information technology and Digital Literacy.
Strong leadership and strategic thinking with interpersonal skills.
Excellent command of English Language.
