Manufacturing Supervisor I (Day Shift)
About The Position
The Manufacturing Supervisor I has basic knowledge and experience in the field and develops competence through structured work, receiving guidance and direction from more senior peers. The role leads and facilitates safe operations in accordance with safety, regulatory, and operational requirements. It is responsible for delivering high levels of customer service, ensuring product and service quality and regulatory compliance, achieving financial performance goals including cost reductions, and building a high-performance team culture. The supervisor coordinates shift activities to meet the production schedule, supports effective team deployment and development, and manages safety, compliance, operational performance, and continuous improvement. The role also manages non-hazardous and hazardous waste according to internal procedures and applicable local and federal regulations. Day-shift schedule options are 1st Shift (Sunday–Tuesday and every other Wednesday) or 3rd Shift (Thursday–Saturday and every other Wednesday).
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required.
- At least two years of manufacturing or related experience required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other manufacturing systems, such as SAP.
- Working knowledge of safety, quality systems, and cGMPs required.
- Familiarity with documentation in a highly regulated environment and good writing skills.
Nice To Haves
- A degree in sciences or engineering is strongly preferred.
- Pharmaceutical industry experience is strongly preferred.
- Supervisor experience is preferred.
- Experience working in an aseptic production environment is desirable, if applicable.
Responsibilities
- Promote safety as the top priority, drive safety improvements, conduct routine safety gembas, and maintain a floor presence that supports a culture of zero safety incidents and compliance with EHS requirements.
- Deploy team members effectively each day, delegate tasks to meet the production schedule, and ensure employees are trained to required job standards.
- Engage the team through regular one-to-ones, performance reviews, survey action plans, and effective communication of important information.
- Approve time and attendance each week on time to support accurate employee pay.
- Coordinate shift activities to meet the production schedule and ensure a safe, effective handover to the next manager.
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory agencies and conduct routine material checks, line clearance checks, and spot checks.
- Manage compliance issues arising during the shift that could affect lot completion.
- Manage cycle times and change-over times, continuously identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Develop direct reports through appropriate training and progressively challenging assignments, and ensure personnel have development plans and growth opportunities.
- Proactively pursue personal development with a growth mindset.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives.
- Manage non-hazardous and hazardous waste in accordance with internal operating procedures and local and federal regulations.
Benefits
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick time.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
- 401(k) for eligible employees.
- Eligibility to participate in short-term incentive programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
