Lead Operator: Bio Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement

Novonesis; Blair (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-hour shifts

401(k) with up to 9% company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Novonesis is seeking a Lead Operator to guide a production team through influence, ensuring safe, efficient manufacturing and continuous improvement. You will monitor production equipment, manage materials, and support troubleshooting while promoting safety and quality.

We expect a High School diploma, 5+ years in manufacturing, and the ability to obtain Lead Operator certification within 1 year. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential in this GMP-driven environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred 5+ years of experience in industrial manufacturing.
• Ability to obtain Lead Operator certification within 1 year.
• Proficient with electronic and paper-based documentation systems.
• Experience in GMP and safety-regulated environments.
• Strong verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor utilities, production processes, environmental systems, and process control equipment in accordance with PMDs, SOPs, GMP requirements, and production manuals.
• Ensure raw materials are available and prepared for use in production processes.
• Collect and analyze raw material, intermediate product, finished product, environmental, and waste stream samples and take appropriate action based on results.
• Investigate abnormal process or equipment performance and support troubleshooting and repair activities.
• Coordinate work activities across the operating team to promote efficient plant utilization and achievement of production objectives.
• Proactively share technical knowledge and act as a resource for operators and staff during equipment, process, and product troubleshooting.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, support special projects, and utilize improvement tools such as A3 problem solving.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through visible leadership, proper PPE use, hazard identification, incident reporting, and process compliance.
• Ensure team adherence to PMDs, SOPs, GMP requirements, ZEAL standards, and plant housekeeping expectations through coaching, training, and process confirmations.
• Support training development and provide input regarding operator development and training plans.
• De-escalate urgent personnel issues and coordinate immediate actions when management is unavailable.

Skills

Leadership by influence

GMP experience

Troubleshooting

Communication

Documentation

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Novonesis is seeking a Lead Operator to guide a production team through influence, ensuring safe, efficient manufacturing and continuous improvement. You will monitor production equipment, manage materials, and support troubleshooting while promoting safety and quality.

We expect a High School diploma, 5+ years in manufacturing, and the ability to obtain Lead Operator certification within 1 year. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential in this GMP-driven environment.