Production Superintendent

Cambrex; Charles City (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Life insurance

Retirement planning

Job summary

Cambrex, a leading global CDMO, seeks a Production Superintendent to manage assigned production centers and ensure safe, compliant operations. You will guide supervisors, engineers, and operators, uphold quality and regulatory standards, and drive efficiency across manufacturing processes.

Join Cambrex to lead safety initiatives, improve yields, and support new product introductions while maintaining tight production schedules and cost controls in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of chemical processing/manufacturing experience with prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to conduct employee training and participate in audits.
• Strong leadership and financial acumen relevant to manufacturing.
• Proficiency with Windows-based software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to obtain DEA clearance for drug manufacture.
• Respirator use may be required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production areas meet safety and quality requirements.
• Schedule operations and maintenance to maximize efficiency.
• Train and evaluate production staff and supervisors.
• Promote safety, environmental awareness, and regulatory compliance.
• Identify process improvements to improve yield, throughput, and quality.
• Collaborate with Process Engineering during new product implementations.
• Support capital project evaluations as needed.
• Provide guidance to enhance work environment and performance.

Skills

Chemical processing

Supervisory experience

Regulatory audits

Leadership

DEA clearance

Safety compliance

Windows software

Education

BS in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

MBA or MS beneficial

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

You Matter to Cambrex.

Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance development and manufacturing across the entire drug lifecycle, as well as comprehensive analytical and IND enabling services.

Company Information

You Matter to Cambrex.

Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance development and manufacturing across the entire drug lifecycle, as well as comprehensive analytical and IND enabling services.

With over 40 years of experience and a team of 2,000 experts servicing global clients from North America and Europe, Cambrex offers a range of specialized drug substance technologies and capabilities, including continuous flow, controlled substances, liquid-phase peptide synthesis, solid-state science, material characterization, and highly potent APIs.

Your Work Matters.

At Cambrex, we strive to build a culture where all colleagues have the opportunity to:

• engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve
• learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment
• strengthen connections with coworkers and the community

We’re committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast-paced and growing company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more!

Your Future Matters.

Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations. Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world. Start a career where You Matter by applying today!

Job Overview

The primary purpose of this position is to manage the operation of assigned production work centers/facilities in order to meet customer and business demands while maintaining regulatory compliance and following company standards and requirements. In addition to meeting manufacturing schedules, line responsibilities include development, direction and guidance to production supervisors, production engineers and plant operators. To lead and promote safety, environmental awareness, quality, cost savings, and compliance with all regulatory programs. Provide inter and intra departmental technical assistance facilitating company growth.

The Production Superintendent will work closely with all departments to ensure timely shipment of quality products, meeting or exceeding customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring assigned production areas meet or exceed all safety and quality requirements
• Scheduling operations and maintenance activities in a manner that prevents delays and efficiently utilizes manpowerEnsuring adherence to Standard Operating Procedures in all operations and activities
• Work closely with the product supervisors to ensure employees are properly trained and evaluate their performance
• Exercising proper care in the utilization of buildings, equipment and services
• Identify and implement process improvements that positively impact items such as yield, throughput, waste, labor, raw materials, product quality and cycle time
• Investigate operational issues and work with support groups to resolve and implement corrective and preventative actions
• Work with Process Engineering and Chemical Development during the implementation of new products in the manufacturing area
• Participate in process or capital project evaluations as assigned
• Coach production supervisors and their subordinates on company policies and procedures. Conduct training pertaining to the employee’s and company needs. Provide guidance to increase the employees understanding and knowledge of the plant operation. Identify and promote activities which enhance the work environment.

Qualifications/Skills

• Four or more years of chemical processing/manufacturing experience with prior supervisory experience preferred
• Sound written and oral communication skills
• Ability to conduct employee training, conduct presentations, actively participate in regulatory and customer audits
• Strong leadership skills
• Financial knowledge relevant to manufacturing
• Strong computer knowledge in Windows based software - Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to obtain DEA clearance for drug manufacture
• Respirator use required.

Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent, BS in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering required, MBA or MS in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering highly beneficial

Cambrex is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment. All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a comprehensive pre-employment screen. The pre-employment screen may consist of several components including but not limited to a drug test, criminal record check, identity verification, reference checks, education and employment verification, and may vary based on federal, state, and local laws. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.

All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Cambrex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Aff...