Manufacturing Supervisor

Catalent; Lawrenceburg (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

8 holidays

Benefits from day one (medical, dental

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Catalent is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to lead the production crew at the Greendale, IN site. You will ensure quality and productivity targets, monitor safety, and drive continuous improvement initiatives in a 100% onsite operation.

Responsibilities include staffing, training, reporting, and enforcing SQF/Food Safety standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet OGSM objectives.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage operations to improve performance through continuous improvement and problem analysis to reduce downtime and material losses.
• Analyze, report, and complete daily production reports, gap analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Utilize data for timely interpretation of performance, quality, and safety metrics.
• Oversee sanitation processes for equipment and facilities.
• Schedule, train, and mentor crew to achieve maximum efficiency.
• Ensure adequate staffing, provide direction, and take corrective action when needed.
• Direct employees in proper safety procedures and eliminate avoidable accidents.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About Site

Catalent’s Greendale, Indiana site is a key part of the company’s Wellness business, serving as one of North America’s primary gummy development and manufacturing centers. The site specializes in the formulation and production of traditional gelatin gummies and 100% plant‑based pectin gummies for nutritional supplements and nutraceutical applications, supporting a wide range of consumer health products. With strong in‑house R&D, quality laboratories, and flexible manufacturing and packaging capabilities, the Greendale operation partners closely with customers to develop innovative, high‑quality, and consumer‑friendly gummy delivery formats across a variety of flavors, shapes, and functional ingredients, all produced under rigorous quality and food‑safety standards.

Position Summary

We have an opportunity for a Manufacturing Supervisor to join our team. In this role, you will provide leadership and direct supervision to the production crew, ensuring quality standards are maintained and productivity targets are met. You will monitor performance, manage safety, and support continuous improvement initiatives. This position plays a key role in maintaining compliance with food safety and quality standards while driving operational excellence.

Shift: M-Th 4pm-2:30am

Location: Greendale, IN

100% Onsite

The Role

• Direct and manage operations to improve performance through continuous improvement and problem analysis to reduce downtime and material losses.
• Analyze, report, and complete daily production reports, gap analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Utilize data for timely and accurate interpretation and reporting of performance, quality, and safety metrics.
• Oversee sanitation processes for equipment and facilities.
• Schedule, train, and mentor crew to achieve maximum efficiency.
• Ensure adequate staffing, provide direction, and take corrective action when needed.
• Direct employees in proper safety procedures and eliminate avoidable accidents.
• Facilitate project work and ensure successful implementation within set parameters.
• Serve as a training resource for operations crew on skills, safety, and plant processes.
• Support and meet the Company’s Objectives, Goals, Strategies, and Measures (OGSM).
• Track, report, and post efficiency and reliability performance of each machine.
• Comply with SQF, Food Safety Plan (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point), and Food Quality Plan standards.
• Participate in all necessary training to perform job responsibilities successfully.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED).
• 3+ years of experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.
• Ability to prioritize and follow through to achieve results and meet deadlines.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to build trust, provide direction, and execute with excellence.
• Strong foundation in interpersonal communication, including written, oral, presentation, listening, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to facilitate change, foster innovation, and deliver results.
• Ability to coordinate multiple priorities and develop effective solutions.
• Knowledge of machinery operations and equipment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• 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.

Preferred Skills & Background

• Two (2) years of supervisory experience preferred.

Why You Should Join Catalent

• Positive and fast-paced working environment focused on continuous improvement and innovation.
• Competitive Paid Time Off plus 8 paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one of employment.
• Tuition Reimbursement to help you finish your degree or earn a new one.
• Engaging site-based activities such as seasonal celebrations, tournaments, and appreciation events.
• Employee Resource Groups promoting Diversity and Inclusion.
• Environmentally friendly initiatives and community engagement programs.
• Defined career path with annual performance reviews and growth opportunities.
• WellHub program supporting physical and mental wellness.
• Exclusive discounts through Perkspot from over 900 merchants.

Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life‑saving and life‑enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.

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