Operations Supervisor

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. in Kearney, NE is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee production processes and leading a shift.

You will ensure adherence to SOPs, safety, quality, and schedules while coaching team members and driving improvements in cost and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Bachelor's degree in technical or business field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years experience in a manufacturing or leadership role.
• Must wear safety toe shoes, safety goggles, and hearing protection in production areas.
• Self-motivated and solution-oriented personality.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Good communication, project management, and interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Must follow Plant Dress and Hygiene Code (SOI) and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day production activities at the most economical cost with quality.
• Create short-interval look-ahead production schedules.
• Promote site safety, lean initiatives, and training programs; apply HR policies.
• Ensure SOPs and Good Manufacturing Practices are followed.
• Coach employees and address performance issues.
• Manage resources to ensure on-time production and delivery.
• Verify production data and hours worked.
• Support startup of new processes and ongoing production.
• Maximize capital resources and maintain equipment.
• Lead continuous improvement teams.
• Perform other duties as needed.
• Exhibit regular attendance.

Skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Project management

Organizational skills

Lean Sigma

Computer skills

Safety policy

Quality policy

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Title: Operations Supervisor

Requisition ID: 74339

Date: Jul 15, 2026

Location: Kearney, NE, US, 68845

Department: Operations

Description

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Summary

Supervise production processes and personnel in assigned field. Responsible and accountable for adherence to procedures, proper production, quality, maintenance, safety and schedules on assigned shifts; promote effective team member/Company relations to help improve customer service and Company profits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day production activities of plant products at the most economical cost consistent with prescribed quality standards in a timely manner. The incumbent is responsible for the cost performance of the assigned unit.
• Create short-interval look-ahead production schedules that make sure that upcoming events are communicated, tracked and are being proactively attended -to
• Promote all site initiatives including plant safety programs, lean initiatives, training programs, etc., and consistently interpret and apply all HR policies, practices and procedures among our plant personnel.
• Assure Standard Operating Instructions and Good Manufacturing Practices are adhered to.
• Participate in the resolution of employee complaints and personnel or performance issues and/or coach employees to encourage teamwork. Routinely evaluate and review employee performance. Perform counseling with employees in regard to job performance, attendance, etc.
• Manage available resources to insure on time production and delivery of customer orders.
• Verify production data is accurately recorded.
• Maintain and verify accuracy of the hours each employee has worked.
• Ensure the smooth startup of new processes and on-going production in all area departments.
• Maximize capital resources and assist in maintaining equipment and facilities in proper working condition.
• Constantly evaluate existing processes and establish teams to continuously improve these processes.
• Performs other duties, as assigned based on business needs.
• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance

Education

• High school diploma Required
• Bachelor's Degree technical or business-related field preferred

Work Experience

• Minimum 3 years experience in a manufacturing or leadership role

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have effective problem solving and interpersonal skills
• Moderate knowledge of computer operation and software
• Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
• Support and contribute in Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
• Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times
• Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times

Travel Requirements

10%: Up to 26 business days per year

Physical Requirements

Light-Exerting up to 20lbs/9kg of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force frequently constantly to move objects.

Additional Requirements

• Self-motivated and solution-oriented personality.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Good communication, project management, and interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Must wear safety toe shoes, safety goggles, and hearing protection, as required, in production areas.
• Must follow and comply with Plant’s Dress and Hygiene Code (SOI).
• Must follow and comply with all Company and Plant policies, procedure (SOIs), rules and State and Federal laws

West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We foster an environment where all individuals are safe, treated fairly, valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of post-offer background screening.

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