Lead Production Technician and Trainer - ILP 1st Shift

Lead Production Technician and Trainer - ILP 1st ShiftThis is a full-time role for our 1st shift, working Monday through Friday from 5:30 AM to 3:00 PM. This is a set, consistent schedule with minimum overtime requirements and based on site in our Sugar Land, TX location. This is a safety sensitive position that may be subject to random drug testing, in accordance with applicable laws.Our Lead Production Technician and Trainer - ILP plays a vital role within our organization. Once you complete our training, your responsibilities will oversee the planning, scheduling, staffing, and daily execution for the inspection, labeling, and packaging of compounded sterile products (CSPs) and bulk bags, and non-sterile solutions. This position is also responsible for training ILP technicians in daily activities for controlled and non-controlled operations, including but not limited to:Defect Recognition and Inspection ProcedureInspecting Various Primary Containers including Syringes, Bags, PCA Vials, and CADDs.Proper Labeling of Primary and Secondary PackagingProper Packaging of Primary and Secondary PackagingProper Use of Automated Equipment in the ILP areasBatch Records Good Documentation PracticesAs part of this role, the Lead/Trainer will need to ensure proper line controls are maintained, that appropriate documentation is available, and that batch records and corresponding training documentation are completed on time. The Lead/Trainer will need to ensure that people are operating within safety requirements, current Good Manufacturing Practices (21CFR210 and 211), company policies and procedures.In partnership with the site leaders sponsors a safety, quality and compliance focused site culture which embraces RFT (right first time) and CI (continuous improvement) expectations.Your attention to detail and adherence to precise procedures will guarantee that our medications meet the highest standards of safety, efficacy, and quality, providing patients with the best possible care and outcomes. Turn your passion for precision and your commitment to quality into a meaningful impact on healthcare across the US.What the Lead Production Technician and Trainer - ILP Does Each Day:Coordinate and deliver new employee orientationOversees inspection, labeling, and packaging operations, including scheduling, processing, and completion of finishing activities in support of CSPs, and non-sterile solutionsSupports development of weekly ILP plans and schedules based on skills and competencies of technicians coupled with established training plansEnsure all the safety rules and policies are always followedConducts initial and on-going training of new operators, demonstrates proper techniques, provides coaching, tracks development, completes required documentation, and advises management of progress; regularly attends training meetingsServe as a knowledgeable resource for any team member who needs assistance with products or procedures as well as SME for cross-functional project teamsTrack and document training and communicates any deficiencies to Operations ManagementActively participates in training and implementation of new equipmentPrepare individual training plans, monitor progress against individual training plansPropose effective methods of training and perform verification and effectiveness checks in conjunction with the completion of individual training plansInterface with corporate and site support functions regarding training priorities and initiativesCoordinate and assure subject matter experts are available to support on the job trainingExcellent communication, interpersonal and team-oriented skillsProvide counsel and recommend enhancement to training plans and processesEnsures Competency Assessments are performed with employees as requiredIdentify process improvements and promote an environment of continuous improvementsComplete necessary documents for accountability and traceability of product following Good Documentation Practices (GDPs); Comply with cGMPs, and company ISO standardsCommunicates effectively to Operations, Quality and other functional support staffEnsures timely communication and coordination of activities to ensure materials are transported and processed per internal procedures to meet established timelines for delivery and internal processingFamiliarity with basic operation of ERP systemsMaintains accurate documentation and complete processing recordsResolves and escalates non-routine incidents immediatelyBe a Quva advocate and promote a positive cultureOur Most Successful Lead Production Technician and Trainer - ILP:Has a sense of urgency, accountability and resourcefulness (e.g., work in changing environment)Is a self-starter and independent learnerPromotes active listening with team members; Contributes appropriately to conversations; Has strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with other departments within the organization and with people at all levels of the organizationUnderstands how various issues affect each other and the outcome of projects; Improves upon existing approaches by seeking opportunities to creatively transformMinimum Requirements for this Role:High school Diploma or GED from recognized institution or organization requiredBA degree preferred, but not requiredAt least 1-year pharmaceutical manufacturing experience or labeling and/or packaging experience18+ years of ageAble to successfully complete a drug and background checkMust be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; Quva is not able to sponsor applicants for work visasBenefits of Working at Quva:Set, full-time, consistent work scheduleComprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental and vision401k retirement program with company match17 paid days off plus 8 paid holidays per yearOccasional weekend and overtime opportunities with advance noticeNational, industry-leading high growth company with future career advancement opportunitiesAbout Quva:Quva is a national, industry-leading provider of compounded injectable medicines and software solutions that help power the business of hospital and health-system pharmacy. Quva Pharma produces and distributes injectable medicines required by health care providers and critical to patient care. Quva BrightStream partners with health-systems to analyze large amounts of data and through AI and machine learning, develops software solutions that turns the data into insights that are used to better run their pharmacy operation. Quva's overall product and technology offerings help health-systems achieve greater value and deliver the highest-quality patient care.Quva is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating and maintaining a work environment that is free from all forms of discrimination and harassment. Quva's Equal Opportunity Policy prohibits harassment or discrimination due to age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and any related medical conditions), sexual orientation, and any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable laws. All employment with Quva is "at will."California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Notice for Applicants and EmployeesEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.