Lead Technician, Manufacturing

Adare Pharma; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability coverage

Job summary

Adare Pharma in Vandalia, Ohio, is seeking a Lead Technician, Manufacturing to serve as a senior technical resource in the manufacturing organization. You will provide day-to-day technical leadership, onboarding coordination across production areas, and support for successful batch execution.

This role partners with Production Supervisors and R&D to develop process expertise for manufacturing. You will train new hires, troubleshoot operations, and uphold ALCOA data integrity while driving safety

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or allied manufacturing.
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and ALCOA data integrity.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead dispensing, granulation, compression, encapsulation operations safely and efficiently.
• Coach and train manufacturing personnel.
• Support technology transfer and new product introductions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on investigations and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with quality and data integrity standards.

Skills

cGMP knowledge

ALCOA data integrity

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Training/coaching

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

Our Business

Adare Pharma Solutions is a global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with locations across North America and Italy. We offer a wide range of manufacturing, packaging, and research and development services. Our clients range from growing biotech firms advancing groundbreaking clinical trials to established pharmaceutical companies producing high volumes of approved, widely used medicines.

By combining top talent from the life sciences industry with modern research and manufacturing technologies, Adare enables clients to deliver potentially lifesaving medicines in more easily consumable formats - particularly for patients such as infants or the elderly. This is the meaning behind "Transforming Drug Delivery - Transforming Lives".

Our Culture

When it comes to being an employee of Adare, although we are located across multiple countries and come from diverse backgrounds, we work together toward a common purpose. Supported by leadership that is experienced and highly regarded in the industry, we are paving the way for a brighter and better future by attracting top talent from both within and beyond the CDMO space.

In addition to delivering high-quality results for our external clients, we foster a collaborative, client-centric culture internally - one where employees support one another, share knowledge, and encourage each other to bring their best selves to work each day.

Why Come to Adare?

Adare is Private Equity owned and poised for growth. Employees are provided with internal development opportunities to progress within the organization, enhancing their professional skills and industry knowledge through Adare's investment in their growth.

We offer a variety of fields to embark in, including manufacturing, engineering, quality, chemistry, formulations, analytical research and development, finance, supply chain, sales, marketing, project management, human resources, and environmental health and safety. Our benefits package is highly competitive, offering medical, dental, and vision coverage; a retirement plan with company match, paid time off and company holidays, tuition reimbursement with no waiting period, life insurance, pet insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care), and disability coverage.

Position

Lead Technician, Manufacturing

Location

Vandalia, Ohio

Summary

The Manufacturing Technician Lead is a hand-on production resource that serves as the senior technical resource within the manufacturing organization, providing day-to-day technical leadership, onboarding coordination across assigned production areas and operational support for successful batch execution. This position partners closely with Production Supervisors and other cross-functional teams to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient manufacturing operations. During technology transfer and new product introduction activities, the Manufacturing Lead will be among the first manufacturing personnel trained on new commercial products, processes, and equipment. The role partners closely with Research & Development (RDF), Engineering, Quality, Validation, and other cross-functional teams to develop process expertise and support successful implementation within Manufacturing

The Manufacturing Technician Lead is responsible for training and qualifying new employees, supporting process execution, troubleshooting operational challenges, reinforcing quality and data integrity expectations, and serving as a role model for manufacturing excellence. While this position does not have direct supervisory responsibility, it is expected to influence others through technical expertise, coaching, and leadership by example.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example in the execution of dispensing, granulation, compression, encapsulation, and other manufacturing operations as required while ensuring safe, complaint, and efficient batch execution.
• Support Supervisors in maintaining operational readiness and execution of the production schedule.
• Assist with troubleshooting processes, equipment, and documentation issues to minimize production interruptions.
• Serve as a technical resource for operators and supervisors during routine and non-routine manufacturing activities.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and support implementation of operational excellence initiatives and departmental/cross-functional initiatives.
• Serve as the primary technical trainer for new hired manufacturing employees.
• Collaborate with Training department on development of on-boarding and qualification requirements.
• Provide ongoing mentoring/coaching to manufacturing personnel to support continuous development.
• Evaluate trainee performance and proficiency against established qualification requirements.
• Partner with RDF, MS&T and other cross-functional teams during technology transfer activities as well as new product and new technology introductions.
• Develop competency on new manufacturing processes and equipment to support commercialization.
• Assist in the development and subsequent coordination and delivery of manufacturing training related to technology transfer and new products, processes, and equipment.
• Support manufacturing investigations, deviation assessments, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support change control, validation, engineering, and quality-related activities as needed.
• Exhibit professionalism, reliability, and accountability while contributing to a productive and team-oriented workplace.
• Prioritize safety in all daily activities by adhering to company policies, following safe work practices, wearing required PPE, and reporting unsafe conditions without delay.
• Foster strong working relationships through clear communication, mutual respect, and effective collaboration with coworkers and cross-functional teams.
• Actively participate in Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives. Seek opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and workplace organization while helping sustain operational excellence.
• Monitor and promote adherence to ALCOA+ and data integrity principles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience, Education, and Skills Required

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 3+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or allied manufacturing environment.
• Experience training, mentoring and qualifying manufacturing personnel.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cGMP regulations and pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.
• Strong understanding of data integrity (ALCOA) and GMP decision making and quality focus.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret and follow Batch Manufacturing Records, SOPs, work instructions.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work across multiple functional areas.
• Proficiency with computer systems, electronic documentation, and manufacturing-related software applications.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to develop working knowledge of new manufacturing technologies, equipment, and processes.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced commercial manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting manufacturing investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of batch record review requirements and manufacturing compliance systems.
• Ability to interpret technical documents

Physical Requirements

The employee is required to:

• Stand, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, twist, and perform routine manufacturing floor activities for extended periods.
• Frequently work within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment and production suites.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, respirators, protective garments, and other required equipment.
• Occasionally lift, move, or transport materials, tools, and equipment consistent with job requirements.
• Occasionally climb stairs, ladders, and access platforms to interact with manufacturing equipment.
• Read and interpret production records, equipment displays, gauges, scales, and other manufacturing instruments.
• Work around manufacturing equipment, moving machinery, powders, cleaning agents, and process-related materials.
• Maintain sufficient visual acuity and manual dexterity to perform manufacturing, inspection, and documentation activities.
• Meet all applicable medical, respiratory, and safety clearance requirements associated with assigned duties.

Adare Pharma is an equal opportunity employer & prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital & veteran status.

PRINCIPALS ONLY

NO AGENCIES OR THIRD PARTIES