Nights Manufacturing Supervisor - Cell Therapy (Nights - A Shift)

Lonza; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Benefits package

Job summary

Lonza in Portsmouth, NH seeks a Manufacturing Supervisor for Cell Therapy to lead nightly manufacturing operations, plan schedules, review records, and coach operators in a cGMP environment. You will partner with cross-functional teams to resolve obstacles and drive continuous improvement while ensuring safety and quality.

The role requires an AS/BS in science, 5–10 years GMP/manufacturing experience, and up to 50 lbs lifting, with 1–4 years supervisory experience preferred and on-site night

Qualifications

• AS/BS degree in a science field; HS diploma with relevant experience may be considered.
• 5–10 years of experience in a GMP or manufacturing environment.
• 1–4 years of supervisory or team-leading experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to coach and support team members.
• Proven critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities for daily manufacturing challenges.
• Ability to follow procedures, maintain accurate records, and uphold quality standards.
• Experience working in cleanroom environments and with automated or manual systems preferred.
• Ability to work in cleanrooms and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, compliant daily operations in a manufacturing suite.
• Plan schedules and assign tasks to meet production goals.
• Review batch records and logbooks for clarity and accuracy.
• Coach and develop operators through ongoing feedback and training.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve obstacles.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues as they arise.
• Support deviations, SOP updates, and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Supervisory experience

GMP experience

Team coaching

Communication skills

Problem solving

Schedule planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to records

Education

AS/BS degree in science

Job description

United States, Portsmouth (New Hampshire)

Manufacturing Supervisor - Cell Therapy

Location: Portsmouth, NH (On-site)

Join a collaborative team where you’ll help manufacture life‑changing therapies. You’ll guide operations in a cGMP environment and contribute directly to delivering high‑quality products to patients and efficient production activities throughout the night schedule.

Shift Schedule

• Shift: Rotational Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Pattern: 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off (repeating cycle)
• Starting off: First 2-week orientation and training period is on the day shift
• Additional Pay: Nights and weekend shifts include additional pay

What You Will Get

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Our full list of global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits .

What You Will Do

• Lead safe, compliant daily operations in a manufacturing suite.
• Plan schedules and assign tasks to meet production goals.
• Review batch records and logbooks for clarity and accuracy.
• Coach and develop operators through ongoing feedback and training.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to resolve obstacles.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues as they arise.
• Support deviations, SOP updates, and continuous improvement efforts.

What We Are Looking For

• AS/BS degree in a science field; HS diploma with relevant experience may be considered.
• 5–10 years of experience in a GMP or manufacturing environment.
• 1–4 years of supervisory or team‑leading experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to coach and support team members.
• Proven critical‑thinking and problem‑solving abilities for daily manufacturing challenges.
• Ability to follow procedures, maintain accurate records, and uphold quality standards.
• Experience working in cleanroom environments and with automated or manual systems preferred.
• Ability to work in cleanrooms and lift up to 50 lbs.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Reference: R79102