Finishing Supervisor (3rd Shift)

Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits starting day 1

401(k) with immediate vesting

Paid volunteer time (16 hours)

PTO up to 17 days/year

8 paid holidays per year

Shift differential for second/third

Job summary

Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Finishing Supervisor to oversee multi-finishing operations for parenteral liquids, ensuring all work aligns with cGMPs, SOPs, and batch records to meet production schedules.

The role requires 2–5 years in pharma/FDA-regulated environments, GMP knowledge, and the ability to train staff, document results, and maintain safety and quality in a fast-paced facility.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of relevant pharma/FDA experience.
• Knowledge of GMP standards and CFR guidelines.
• Ability to supervise manual and automated processes in pharma/FDA environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities across departments.
• Ensure adequate levels of operating supplies to meet production needs.
• Write and/or revise departmental procedures and batch records.
• Assist with training employees in procedures, product inspection and cGMPs.
• Accurately document data and complete batch records.
• Assist in scheduling and maintenance of production equipment.
• Participate in client communications, problem solving, and project status updates.
• Perform routine performance assessments with direct reports.
• Define and uphold disciplinary actions for poor performance.

Skills

Pharma experience

GMP/CFR knowledge

Supervisory skills

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Decision making

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Job description

Agility, Impact, Methodology. Do you exhibit these values and wish to be around others that do too? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where agility, adaptability, and high standards go hand in hand? Are you driven to make a meaningful impact, whether through your work, your support of others, or your commitment to your community? Are you motivated by a disciplined, science-based approach that ensures consistent excellence, safety, and integrity in everything you do? If these statements resonate with you, Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) welcomes you to apply to join our community of dedicated individuals improving lives every day!

Overview of this Position:

The responsibilities of the Finishing Supervisor include, but are not limited to, the ability to supervise multi-finishing operations of parenteral liquid drug products and to ensure products comply with cGMP's, SOP's, batch record instructions, and labor and material standards. The Finishing Supervisor is also responsible for ensuring planned production occurs on time to meet the forecasted schedule.

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• Two to five (2-5) years of relevant experience in a pharmaceutical or FDA regulated industry.
• Knowledge of GMP standards and the ability to follow CFR guidelines.
• Technical skills to supervise both manual and automated processes in a pharmaceutical or FDA regulated environment.
• The ability to make informed decisions.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences or equivalent training and/or experience.
• Minimum of 1-year experience as a qualified inspector of parenteral products.
• Experience in pharmaceutical packaging of regulated products with a thorough understanding of cGMP, FDA guidelines and multinational regulatory standards.

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Effectively coordinate activities by communicating with other operational departments.
• Ensure adequate levels of operating supplies to meet production needs.
• Write and/or revise departmental procedures and batch records.
• Assist with training employees in all departmental procedures, product inspection and cGMPs.
• Accurately document data and complete batch records as needed.
• Assist in the scheduling and performance of routine maintenance of production equipment.
• Participate in client communications, including problem solving, schedule development, and project status updates.
• Perform routine performance assessments with direct reports.
• Define and uphold disciplinary actions for poor performance of direct reports, as necessary.

Full job description available during formal interview process.

What Sets GRAM Apart from Other Employers:

MEDICAL BENEFITS starting day 1: Blue Cross Blue Shield medical and dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits are available to you and your family on your first day of work, with the company paying for 75% of the cost! Once eligible for the 401(k) program, all your contributions are immediately 100% vested, and you are immediately vested in GRAM contributions as well. We also offer generous off-shift premiums!

Paid VOLUNTEERISM starting day 1: GRAM encourages giving back to our community by offering 16 hours of paid volunteer time per calendar year!

PTO: Full-time employees accrue up to 17 days of time off per calendar year. You choose how to use this time for your vacation, sick, or mental health needs!

PAID HOLIDAYS: We offer 8 paid holidays per calendar year with immediate eligibility!

PAY: Depends on Experience and is discussed during the interview process. Shift differential available for second and third shift!