Pharma Manufacturing Support Lead: Train, Elevate Ops

Civica, Inc.; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Civica, Inc. in Petersburg, VA is seeking a Manufacturing Support Lead to guide daily pharma manufacturing operations on-site and ensure compliant, efficient production. The role acts as SME for autoclaves, CIP, and MTIs, while supporting qualification, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

You will train and mentor associates, coordinate across shifts, maintain documentation, and ensure adherence to FDA, cGMP, and ISO standards. Strong leadership and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Operations or Manufacturing Support experience in Pharmaceuticals (cGMP, FDA-regulated, ISO).
• Experience with autoclaves, parts washers, and manufacturing support equipment.
• Team lead, trainer, or informal leader experience in a GMP environment preferred.
• Knowledge of process improvement, change management, and investigations.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience preferred.
• Strong documentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-directed with strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily direction, coordination, and support to Manufacturing Associates during routine operations.
• Act as SME for autoclaves, CIP, and MTIs.
• Support equipment qualification, commissioning, validation, and start-up activities.
• Serve as primary contact for operational issues and elevate concerns when necessary.
• Assist with inspections readiness and support regulatory inspections and audits.
• Ensure personnel are trained and qualified prior to activities.
• Support development, revision, and implementation of SOPs, batch records, and governing documents.
• Promote compliance with FDA, cGMP, ISO, safety, and company requirements.
• Identify and implement process improvements using Lean principles.
• Assist with investigations, root cause analysis, deviations, CAPAs, and change controls.
• Mentor and train associates on technical processes, documentation practices, and operational excellence.
• Coordinate activities across shifts and departments for continuity.
• Maintain accurate production and compliance documentation.
• Provide operational feedback to leadership regarding staffing and process improvement.
• Maintain flexibility to support production schedules and business needs.
• On-site work is required.

Skills

Team leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Documentation

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Autoclaves

Parts Washers

MTIs (material transfer isolators)

Job description

Civica, Inc. in Petersburg, VA is seeking a Manufacturing Support Lead to guide daily pharma manufacturing operations on-site and ensure compliant, efficient production. The role acts as SME for autoclaves, CIP, and MTIs, while supporting qualification, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

You will train and mentor associates, coordinate across shifts, maintain documentation, and ensure adherence to FDA, cGMP, and ISO standards. Strong leadership and problem-solving are essential.