Supervisor Tank Farm, Truck & Rail Operations

Role Summary

The Supervisor of Tank Farm, Truck & Rail Operations is directly responsible for managing the operations for their respective area and shift. The Supervisor will oversee tank farm operations, air emissions systems, and truck/rail loading and unloading, serving as the on-shift management representative. The role supervises operators performing direct execution of operations (per SOPs and operational execution instructions) to safely and compliantly support the manufacturing of high-quality medicine, provides leadership, ensures appropriate staffing, and maintains equipment and processes in a compliant, validated state for their area and shift. During startup and project delivery phases, leadership will be collaborative and dynamic to support rapid building of the organization and GMP operations.

Responsibilities

• Build and promote a strong Safety and Quality culture; maintain a safe working environment and conduct operations to protect safety, environment, and quality.
• Ensure operations comply with all regulatory requirements at all times.
• Ensure tank farm, truck, and rail loading/unloading areas support the production plan for the site.
• Maintain consistency of operations on designated shift through active engagement on the floor.
• Ensure audit action items assigned to operations are completed in a timely manner.
• Enter Trackwise/Veeva events, participate in and lead CAPA investigations.
• Set objectives and development plans for operators; address employee relations issues on shift and escalate when necessary.
• Manage events, ensuring appropriate communication within the team and with external teams; provide input to investigations.
• Build and develop a team with clear common purpose and strong team spirit.
• Ensure operators are appropriately trained and that operating procedures and training materials are current.
• Communicate site objectives and team priorities to operators.
• Ensure the team is adequately resourced to meet business objectives, managing overtime as necessary.

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Required: Legally authorized to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship expected)
• Required: Completion of Post Offer Exam or Work Simulation if applicable
• Required: Demonstrated leadership experience
• Required: Minimum 5 years of previous experience in chemical/manufacturing operations
• Preferred: Bachelor’s or Associate's Degree in science, engineering, or a technical field
• Preferred: Previous experience in facility/area start-up environments
• Preferred: Previous experience in tank farm or truck and rail loading/unloading

Skills

• Feedback delivery and creating employee development plans
• Basic computer skills (desktop software)
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple requests
• Technical aptitude and ability to train and mentor others
• Ability to work with a team, make independent decisions, and influence diverse groups
• Ability to instill teamwork within the shift and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: Bachelor’s or Associate's Degree in science, engineering, or a technical field

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts
• Ability to work overtime as required
• Potential short-term assignments or travel to train and certify on processes and establish global contacts, as needed