Onsite Pharma Operations Zone Lead (Second Shift)

Catalent Pharma Solutions; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Eight paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Catalent’s Kansas City facility is seeking an Operations Zone Manager - Second Shift to lead Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technicians within the assigned zone, driving quality, cost, and on-time delivery in a 24/7 environment.

This onsite role requires strong leadership, extensive knowledge of cGMP and pharmaceutical processing, and the ability to coordinate across Supply Chain, Maintenance and QA to maintain production schedules and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Five years of supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of equipment and processes used in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of cGMP, FDA, MHRA, EU, and DEA guidelines.
• Knowledge of solid dosage manufacturing.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a matrix organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technicians within the assigned zone, including selection, performance evaluation, counseling, and conflict resolution.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Quality Assurance to ensure efficient schedules and high-quality products.
• Oversee daily performance against standards and schedules, resolving workflow and technical issues as needed.
• Make personnel decisions regarding staffing, wages, and performance reviews while maintaining compliance with cGMP and safety regulations.
• Ensure the facility remains “tour ready” and that people, materials, and cleaning processes are maintained effectively.
• Execute training for Technicians on manufacturing and cleaning standard operating procedures and applicable regulations.
• Oversee personnel allocation to ensure timely project completion and accurate batch records.
• Provide updates to management and stakeholders on project timelines.
• Troubleshoot processing, equipment, or utilities issues and support workforce motivation and training.
• Define and implement Corrective/Preventive Actions in response to audits and deviations, driving process improvements through change control.
• Support 24/7 operations as needed and perform other assigned duties.

Skills

Leadership

cGMP knowledge

Pharmaceutical manufacturing

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Catalent’s Kansas City facility is seeking an Operations Zone Manager - Second Shift to lead Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technicians within the assigned zone, driving quality, cost, and on-time delivery in a 24/7 environment.

This onsite role requires strong leadership, extensive knowledge of cGMP and pharmaceutical processing, and the ability to coordinate across Supply Chain, Maintenance and QA to maintain production schedules and continuous improvement.