Aktiv Pharma Group is a fast-growing company focused on addressing unmet medical needs through a proprietary drug delivery system. We are currently hiring for a Production Manager 

The Production Manager will oversee the Manufacturing personnel and operational equipment to ensure uncompromising quality, cleanliness, and efficiency in the company’s device manufacturing operations. This position will be accountable for meeting customer demand while maintaining compliance, driving continuous improvements, and managing costs.

At Aktiv Pharma Group, we value the diversity of perspectives and backgrounds our employees bring. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of our equal opportunity employment policy and by providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We work according to our values of truth, caring, goodness and perseverance, and encourage individuals with the required skill-sets and these values to apply.

The compensation range for the Production Manager is $100,000 - $120,000 annually. 

Aktiv Pharma Group offers a wealth of benefits to our employees and their families.

Employee Benefits Include:

• Medical Insurance (Cigna):
  • HDHP – Aktiv contributes the full monthly premium for the employee and their dependents.
  • Two additional premium medical plan options – Aktiv contributes a portion of the monthly premium for the employee and their dependents.
• Vision Insurance (Principal/ VSP Network)
  • Aktiv contributes the full monthly premium for the employee and their dependents.
• Dental Insurance (Principal)
  • Low Plan - Aktiv contributes the full monthly premium for the employee and their dependents.
  • High Plan - Aktiv contributes a portion of the monthly premium for the employee and their dependents.
• Legal & ID Shield
  • Aktiv contributes the full monthly premium for the employee and their dependents.
• Spending Accounts (Rocky Mountain Reserve)
  • FSA
  • HSA
  • DFSA
  • LP FSA
• Ancillary Benefits (Colonial Life)
  • Accident
  • Group Medical Bridge
  • Voluntary Life AD&D
  • Disability
• 401k (Human Interest)
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Bi-Monthly Internet and Cell Phone stipend
• Fully Paid Membership for the employee and their dependents to Lifetime Fitness
• Fully stocked office kitchen – Health conscious and Vegan!
• Remote Work Options

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Coordinates with all departments to schedule aggressively and realistically. Communicate operational schedule effectively to both those executing and those impacted by the schedule.

• Provide accurate and timely updates.

• Inspires the team through thorough and consistent communication, identifying and celebrating wins, and addressing issues timely and fairly.
• Collaborates with other managers and supervisors to coordinate activities in and among departments.
• Collects, evaluates, analyzes, and assesses production data. Educates manufacturing team on how to use this data to evaluate team performance.
• Regularly inspects and evaluates products for quality and defects. Provides clear and urgent feedback.
• Regularly inspects and provides guidance on good manufacturing practices and compliance to cleanliness standards.
• Identifies and corrects problems and inefficiencies in process, materials, equipment, or skills.
• Contributes and leads investigations into deviations to procedures and specifications to get to root cause. Effectively implements corrective actions that are effective and sustained.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, local, and organizational laws, regulations, guidelines, and best practices including those related to safety and health.
• Develops and implements procedures and strategies to ensure a safe work environment. 
• Collaborates with other departmental managers to develop and execute budget.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Other duties as required and necessary to ensure the success of the organization.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Hires and trains front-line employees.
• Organizes, directs, and oversees the schedules and work of front-line employees.
• Identifies and mentors leaders within the team and helps develop career growth.
• Provides focused and regular feedback opportunities leading to constructive and timely performance evaluations. 
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

Job Qualifications

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Thorough understanding of safety and health laws, regulations, and policies.
• Thorough understanding of raw materials, production processes, quality control, cost management, and other effective manufacturing and distribution techniques.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Experience:

• Associate’s degree in related field, or equivalent industry work experience required; Bachelor’s degree in Management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
• At least three years of supervisory experience highly preferred.

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications:

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking through the factory. 
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on computers.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds at times.
• Visual acuity to inspect products and machinery.