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 safe, compliant daily operations in a cGMP manufacturing suite. You will plan schedules, assign tasks, review batch records, and coach operators while partnering with cross-functional teams to resolve obstacles.

Ideal candidates have AS/BS in science and 5–10 years GMP/manufacturing experience with 1–4 years in supervision; experience in cleanrooms and with automated or manual systems is preferred.

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

GMP manufacturing experience

Supervisory / team leadership

Strong communication skills

Problem solving

Education

AS/BS degree in science

HS diploma with relevant experience considered

Tools

Automated systems

Manual systems

Job description

Manufacturing Supervisor - Cell Therapy

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.

Location: Portsmouth, NH (On-site)

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: 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.