Production Manager

Catalent Pharma Solutions•San Diego, CA

15d•$110,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Production Manager Position Summary: Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, core hours 8:00am-4:30pm 100% on-site (San Diego) Catalent, Inc. is a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), and Our purpose-built San Diego location provides comprehensive clinical supply services including clinical supply management, primary and secondary packaging, complex labeling services, clinical storage, distribution, and clinical returns and destruction, and will also include stability chambers. Located less than a mile from Catalent’s West Coast early-phase oral drug product development center of excellence, customers choosing this convenient Catalent location can now enjoy a fully integrated development, clinical supply manufacturing and distribution solution. Catalent Pharma Solutions in San Diego is hiring a Production Manager to lead the day‑to‑day operations of the Clinical Production team. This role oversees primary and secondary packaging and labeling activities in support of clinical trials and commercial products. The Production Manager ensures all work is completed efficiently, safely, and in alignment with cGMP, SOPs, and applicable regulatory requirements. This position leverages deep knowledge of packaging, clinical operations, and internal Catalent processes to drive operational performance and positively impact SQDC metrics. Reporting directly to the Director of Operations/Site Lead, this individual is responsible for all GMP activities and the leadership, development, and performance of production associates.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; Engineering discipline preferred.
Minimum of five years of people management experience.
At least ten years of relevant industry experience required; clinical or pharmaceutical packaging preferred.
Demonstrable leadership experience at Catalent (including but not limited to participation in Catalent-sponsored leadership programs such as NGGL, GOLD, LEAD Now, GM Excellence, and GROW) may be considered in place of external experience.
Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage performance, resolve team challenges, foster collaboration, and effectively interact with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders; able to present information clearly with excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to plan and independently execute multiple projects under tight or emergent deadlines; demonstrates a bias toward action, drives improvement, and is proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Role requires extensive computer use, writing, phone and in‑person communication, and the ability to work extended shifts or overtime; must accurately perceive speech and perform repetitive keyboarding tasks while sitting, standing, or walking for prolonged periods.
Ability to work for extended periods in GMP environments (controlled room temp, refrigerated, and freezer areas), walk production areas as needed, and operate a manual pallet jack; may also be licensed to operate Powered Industrial Truck lifts.

Responsibilities

Schedule Production, Pre‑Production, and Label Control staff to ensure proper coverage, productivity, and cost‑effective operations.
Oversee daily production activities, resolving issues with QA, internal stakeholders, and external clients as needed.
Execute and manage the production and packaging schedule, ensuring on‑time starts, deliveries, and adherence to line standards.
Adjust departmental plans and resource allocations to address operational challenges and meet business needs.
Lead, coach, and develop direct reports through routine 1:1s, performance reviews, and growth-focused feedback.
Foster a collaborative team environment and resolve packaging issues in alignment with Quality and cross‑functional partners.
Maintain a safe workplace by identifying, investigating, and improving safety concerns and supporting EHS program participation.
Ensure training compliance for Production staff, including GMP, HR, and Safety.
Lead or support investigations (discrepancies, deviations, complaints), perform root cause analysis, and oversee CAPA activities.
Ensure accurate procedures, shift communication, operational metrics, and continuous improvement participation to support safe, compliant, high‑quality outputs.
All other duties as assigned

Benefits

Awesome employee activities: Movie Day, Monthly Birthday Celebrations, Friday Bagel Breakfast, On-site Fitness Center with machines, on-site yoga classes, Sponsored Sports Teams, and several other company-sponsored events that encourages positive employee comradery, which contributes to effectively building positive employee relationships, overall creating a positive work environment.
Environmentally friendly green initiatives with on-site practices as well as regularly participating in Beach Clean-up activities for community engagement.
Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process.
Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives.
Several Employee Resource Groups focusing on Diversity and Inclusion.
Competitive salary with bonus potential.
Generous 401K match and Paid Time Off accrual.
Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment.
152 hours of PTO + 10 paid holidays.
Positive and fast-paced working environment focusing on continually improving processes to remain innovative and dynamic.
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WellHub program to promote overall physical wellness.
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