Operations and Sanitation Lead GMP Facility

The Budd Group; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Budd Group is seeking an Operations & Sanitation Lead (GMP Facility) in Durham, NC. This hands-on leadership role will guide daily shift activities, oversee sanitation, autoclaving, and material handling to keep the GMP facility running safely and efficiently.

You will coach technicians on safety and SOPs, coordinate logistics, and ensure audit-ready documentation while maintaining high cleanliness standards on every shift.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of lead or supervisory experience in manufacturing, warehousing, cleanroom, or sanitation environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Shift: Coordinate daily assignments, resolve workflow bottlenecks, and serve as the main operational contact for your shift.
• Maintain GMP Standards: Oversee routine facility sanitation, equipment cleaning, gowning protocols, and waste management (including autoclaving and recycling).
• Train & Coach: Onboard and train technicians on safety protocols, PPE standards, and SOPs.
• Material & Equipment Logistics: Operate and oversee site machinery, pallet jacks, and material handling workflows to keep production moving smoothly.
• Audit & Verify: Review operational logs and documentation to ensure audit-ready accuracy and safety compliance.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Detail oriented

Safety training

Tools

Pallet jacks

Autoclave operation

Job description

Operations & Sanitation Lead (GMP Facility)

Reports to: Account Manager

Work Shift;2-2-3 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am

Pay $25 - $26/per hour

About the Role

Join our production support team as an Operations & Sanitation Lead. In this hands-on leadership role, you will keep our Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) facility running safely, cleanly, and efficiently. You will guide daily shift activities, coordinate material transport, oversee equipment sanitation and autoclaving, and coach team members on safety and compliance protocols.

If you are an organized self-starter who thrives in active environments and takes pride in high standards, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the Shift: Coordinate daily assignments, resolve workflow bottlenecks, and serve as the main operational contact for your shift.

• Maintain GMP Standards: Oversee routine facility sanitation, equipment cleaning, gowning protocols, and waste management (including autoclaving and recycling).

• Train & Coach: Partner with leadership to onboard and train technicians on safety protocols, PPE standards, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Material & Equipment Logistics: Operate and oversee site machinery, pallet jacks, and material handling workflows to keep production moving smoothly.

• Audit & Verify: Review operational logs and documentation to ensure audit-ready accuracy and safety compliance.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 1–2+ years of lead or supervisory experience in manufacturing, warehousing, cleanroom, or sanitation environments preferred.

• Skills: Strong communication skills with the ability to lead a crew and build positive relationships with site clients.

• Work Style: Detail-oriented, reliable, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced setting.

• Certifications: BioWorks or related GMP certification is a plus (not required).

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to lift, push, and carry up to 50 lbs regularly.

• Comfortable standing, walking, bending, and reaching throughout the shift.

• Comfortable working in a regulated GMP/laboratory setting with required PPE (gowning, masks, gloves) and handling bio-waste/autoclave procedures safely.

Why Join Us?

• Stable, mission-critical role within an essential industry.

• Hands-on leadership experience with room for career growth.

• Comprehensive safety training and supportive team culture.

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