Onsite Second-Shift Operations Leader, Pharma Manufacturing

Catalent; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Benefits from day one

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Catalent's Kansas City site is seeking an Operations Zone Manager - Second Shift to lead a team of pharmaceutical manufacturing technicians, ensuring product quality, cost control, and on-time delivery in a compliant environment. You will collaborate with Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Quality Assurance to optimize schedules, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement across shifts.

This role requires strong leadership, communication, and budgeting abilities to maintain strong operational

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to manage priorities and projects with strong communication and people skills.
• Thorough knowledge of equipment and processes used in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Knowledge of cGMP, FDA, MHRA, EU, and DEA guidelines and their application.

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

People management

Communication

Budgeting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Catalent's Kansas City site is seeking an Operations Zone Manager - Second Shift to lead a team of pharmaceutical manufacturing technicians, ensuring product quality, cost control, and on-time delivery in a compliant environment. You will collaborate with Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Quality Assurance to optimize schedules, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement across shifts.

This role requires strong leadership, communication, and budgeting abilities to maintain strong operational