Operations Leadership Development Associate (On-site)

Purpose

Tolmar is a medium-sized, fully integrated pharmaceutical company producing long-acting injectables for treatments in urology, oncology, and endocrinology. Our operations teams ensure the effective development and delivery of our products at our two manufacturing facilities located in Northern Colorado. The Operations Leadership Development Program provides four separate 6-month rotations over 2 years among multiple departments including Manufacturing, Engineering, MS&T, Continuous Improvement, Quality and Supply Chain. The intent of this program is to provide exposure to and involvement in the end-to-end process from supply planning to commercial manufacturing inclusive of engineering and quality roles, preparing the Associate for a potential leadership position in Operations with Tolmar.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Identify, propose and support implementation of process improvements and optimization of their respective manufacturing/operational processes.
• Develop leadership skills through participating in leadership training and technical lead opportunities in various departments.
• Develop technical writing skills by writing deviation reports, change controls, validation protocols, standard operating procedures, and other documents.
• Learn about and support technical troubleshooting in Engineering and Maintenance.
• Participate in and comply with required Tolmar training.
• Interact closely with project teams across departments supporting the development and launch of new products.
• Gain an overall understanding of Supply Chain management, including materials planning, Sales & Operations Planning and finite scheduling.
• Learn about and apply Lean concepts to operations processes through execution of critical improvement projects based on training that will be provided.
• Apply basic statistics for data trending and technical and logistical problem solving as needed.
• Adhere to regulations for drugs and medical devices, including USP, ICH and FDA regulations to ensure compliance.

• Demonstrate high degree of honesty, initiative, integrity, drive, reliability and trustworthiness.

• Actively model and foster a positive, respectful, and harassment-free work environment for all employees.
• Operate in accordance with our Code of Conduct and Business Ethics, and all established regulatory, compliance and safety requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

• Ability to gain proficiency in the operational mechanisms that support Operations at Tolmar.
• Awareness of FDA regulations, USP, NF, ICH, EP, and their application in manufacturing.
• Proficiency in effective technical writing .
• Ability to develop leadership skills in a supervisory capacity.

• Introductory knowledge of:
• Lean Concepts (5S, leader standard work, line balancing, poke yoke, centerlining, etc.)
• Regulatory requirements
• Supply Chain Concepts (procurement, S&OP, scheduling, inventory management)
• Ability to work well independently and within a team environment.

• Ability to develop written presentation and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments to drive significant business results.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems in a timely manner.

Core Values

• The Operations Leadership Development Associate is expected to operate within the framework of Tolmar’s Core Values:
• Consistently operate with the highest standards of ethics and compliance.
• Take ownership of your actions, success and setbacks.
• Respect each other and understand that honest collaboration is at the heart of our company success.
• Go the extra mile to make things happen.
• Be committed to all we do and the patients we serve.
• Embrace change with enthusiasm.
• Strive to learn about and understand the needs of customers and patients and take action with great speed and efficiency no matter the task.

 Education & Experience

• B.S. in Engineering (mechanical, industrial) or related technical or scientific field required; Masters Degree or MBA preferred.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, quality, engineering or supply chain preferred.
• Desire to grow a career in a production environment and a potential future leadership role.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual pay range $65,000 - $70,000
• Benefits information: https://www.tolmar.com/careers/employee-benefits 

Tolmar compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay and a strong benefits package. The final compensation offered may vary from the posted range based on the selected candidates qualifications and experience. 

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing and office setting. Associates are expected to engage and collaborate with cross functional teams where the operation occurs. 
• May require availability outside of typical core business hours as applicable.

Tolmar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

Salary : $65,000 - $70,000