Manager Production - Day Shift

AstraZeneca • Frederick, MD

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About The Position

Our Frederick Manufacturing Center (FMC) creates life-changing medicines for people around the world and has been recognized by our local community as being a Top 50’ Business in Frederick and awarded Frederick County’s ‘Best Place to Work’. This distinctive biologic manufacturing facility, with over 800 employees, makes a direct contribution to treating people with cancer, respiratory and autoimmune conditions across the globe. We work hard to deliver life-changing medicines to patients, and we take time to have fun and celebrate our accomplishments. From catered site festivities to competitive events, community outreach activities, environmental and wellness showcases and team-building functions, we take time to recognize our achievements and celebrate our diversity. We are dedicated to creating a culture of inclusion and collaboration and are committed to continuous learning by offering ongoing skill building and training for our staff. Fueled by our aspiration to deliver accelerated growth for our company and to make people’s lives better, there’s never been a more exciting time to join the team and shape the future of AstraZeneca Operations. Are you ready to take the lead in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Supervisor / Senior Supervisor for our day shift production team. This role is a unique opportunity to contribute to our ambitious sustainability strategy and make a real difference in our Operations department. Accountabilities: As a Manager, you will be responsible for providing direction to subordinates, administering policies and procedures, making routine decisions, and planning and supervising daily activities. You will also be expected to coach, counsel, train, and discipline staff, ensuring performance of all process steps specific to the phase or stage of operation. Your role will also involve generating SOPs, MPRs, and SPRs for equipment and procedures used in routine biologics manufacture. At AstraZeneca, we are committed to leading the way in Operations. We are pioneers in our field, constantly evolving and growing. We believe in empowering our teams to foster a Lean mindset and sustainable practices. We value diversity and cross-functional working practices, providing the guidance needed to overcome any obstacles. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to fulfilling our ambitious sustainability strategy by promoting sustainable work practices and spotting opportunities for improvement. Are you ready to join a team that values innovation, diversity, and sustainability? Apply now. The annual base pay for this position ranges from $94,692- $142,039. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. Date Posted 14-Apr-2026 Closing Date 27-Apr-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.

Requirements

• 7-10 years work experience in pilot or commercial biologics manufacturing under cGMP with Bachelors.
• 5-7 years experience with Masters degree.
• 10-15 years experience with Associates Degree and 15+ years experience with High School education.
• BS/BA degree preferred in biological sciences or biotechnology/life sciences.
• Masters degree accepted.

Nice To Haves

• BS/BA degree in biological sciences or biotechnology/life sciences.
• Masters degree accepted.
• Associates and High School Diploma acceptable with appropriate experience

Responsibilities

• providing direction to subordinates
• administering policies and procedures
• making routine decisions
• planning and supervising daily activities
• coach, counsel, train, and discipline staff, ensuring performance of all process steps specific to the phase or stage of operation
• generating SOPs, MPRs, and SPRs for equipment and procedures used in routine biologics manufacture

Benefits

• qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]
• paid vacation and holidays
• paid leaves
• health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager