Manufacturing Supervisor

Faircraft; Paris; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal vouchers: €10 per day, 60% covered by the company

Public transportation pass: 50% covered by the company

Health insurance (Alan): 50% covered by the company

Gymlib access

Job summary

A sustainable materials company in Paris is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to oversee production processes and support continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires 3–7 years of experience in manufacturing and strong supervisory skills. You will ensure production runs meet quality standards and contribute to the development of innovative materials. The position offers competitive benefits including meal vouchers, transportation passes, and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in manufacturing, pilot production, or lab‑adjacent operations.
• Experience supervising or coordinating operators or technicians.
• Comfortable in manual or semi-manual production environments.
• Comfortable working in manual or semi-manual production environments.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline.
• Experience working closely with R&D or process development teams.
• Fluent French and English.
• Hands-on and pragmatic — willing to be on the floor, not just manage from a desk.
• Organized and reliable in a fast-changing environment.
• Calm; comfortable with processes that evolve.
• Strong communication across R&D, operations, and supply chain.
• Ability to balance flexibility with discipline.
• Curious mindset with a bias toward continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production runs according to SOPs and schedules.
• Support development and experimental runs alongside R&D and operations.
• Ensure quality expectations are met during production and pilot runs.
• Identify deviations and escalate issues.
• Support development and experimental runs with R&D and Operations.
• Ensure documentation of processes and batch records.
• Track materials and coordinate with procurement to ensure availability.
• Ensure quality, safety, and compliance; flag non-conformities.
• Contribute to process standardization as production matures.

Skills

Experience in manufacturing

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in changing environments

Adaptability

Organization

Cross-functional communication

Hands-on

On-floor presence

Job description

Faircraft is developing a sustainable alternative to leather through innovations in cell culture, chemistry, and tissue engineering. We are reimagining materials to meet the demands of a more ethical and environmentally conscious future.

We are looking for a Manufacturing Supervisor to overlook and organize the execution of our current manufacturing processes, while supporting process evolutions aiming at improving efficiency, quality or introducing new product manufacturing. This role sits at the intersection of production execution, process discipline, and supply coordination. You will be hands‑on, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working in an evolving environment where processes are still being defined.

This role is for a builder, as you will play a central role in shaping, operating and improving our manufacturing platform.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing & Daily Operations

• Ensure production runs are executed according to SOPs, batch records, and schedules
• Coordinate operators and technicians during production and development runs
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized production environment
• Identify deviations, issues, or inefficiencies and elevate appropriately

Development & Pilot Runs

• Support development and experimental runs alongside R&D and Operations
• Ensure experimental processes are documented clearly and executed consistently
• Help assess whether development runs are suitable for transition into production
• Provide hands‑on feedback on manufacturability, repeatability, and risks

Process Discipline & Documentation

• Follow and enforce existing SOPs and work instructions
• Help improve SOPs based on real production experience
• Ensure batch records, logs, and production data are accurate and complete
• Contribute to process standardization as production matures

Supply Chain & Materials Coordination

• Track raw materials, consumables, and production supplies
• Coordinate with procurement and operations to ensure material availability
• Monitor inventory levels and flag risks early
• Ensure correct materials are used for production vs development runs
• Support incoming material checks and traceability

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Follow safety procedures and reinforce safe working practices
• Ensure quality expectations are met during production and pilot runs
• Flag non‑conformities and participate in root‑cause discussions
• Support early quality system implementation

Required Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in manufacturing, pilot production, or lab‑adjacent operations
• Experience supervising or coordinating operators or technicians
• Experience in biotech, foodtech, cultivated materials, membranes, or chemical processing
• Comfortable working in manual or semi‑manual production environments
• Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline
• Familiarity with wet processes, biological materials, or advanced materials is a plus
• Experience working closely with R&D or process development teams
• Strong command of the French and English languages
• Hands‑on and pragmatic — willing to be on the floor, not just manage from a desk
• Organized and reliable in a fast‑changing environment
• Calm; comfortable with processes that evolve
• Strong communication skills across R&D, operations, and supply chain
• Able to balance flexibility with discipline
• Curious mindset with a bias toward continuous improvement

Nice to Have

• Exposure to pilot plant or scale‑up environments
• Basic inventory or supply chain coordination experience
• Familiarity with early‑stage quality systems (non‑GMP)

What Success Looks Like

• Production runs are executed reliably and documented properly
• Development runs are supported without disrupting core production
• Materials are available when needed, with minimal surprises
• SOPs improve over time instead of drifting
• The production floor becomes calmer, safer, and more predictable

What We Offer

• A chance to contribute to cutting‑edge innovation in sustainable materials
• A collaborative and interdisciplinary work environment
• Opportunities for professional development at the intersection of chemistry, biology, and design
• Meal vouchers: €10 per working day, 60% covered by the company
• Public transportation pass: 50% covered by the company
• Health insurance (Alan): 50% covered by the company
• Gymlib access

To Apply

Please send your CV and a short motivation letter

Faircraft is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.