Production Supervisor

Cambrex Corp.; Charles City (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambrex is hiring a Production Supervisor to oversee operating personnel at the Charles City, IA site. You will manage day-to-day manpower, equipment, and processing needs to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant production meeting delivery schedules.

This role requires shift work, a focus on safety and quality, and collaboration with Maintenance and Process Engineering. The ideal candidate has years of chemical manufacturing experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of chemical processing/manufacturing experience.
• Prior supervisory experience beneficial.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong computer knowledge in Windows-based software.
• DEA background check required.
• Respirator use required.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring assigned production area meets or exceeds all safety and quality requirements.
• Scheduling operations to prevent delays and efficiently utilize manpower.
• Ensuring adherence to Standard Operating Procedures in all operations.
• Ensure employees are properly trained and evaluate their performance.
• Exercising proper care in the utilization of buildings, equipment and services.
• Performing simple laboratory tests on samples of in-process and waste materials.
• Coordinating operations with Maintenance for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Make recommendations to improve yields and reduce waste, labor, and costs.
• Initiate investigation of production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Work with Process Engineering during implementation of new products.
• Participate in process evaluations with production superintendents or process engineers.

Skills

Chemical experience

Supervisory

Communication

Windows proficiency

DEA background

Respirator use

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

Job Overview

The Production Supervisor will be expected to supervise operating personnel for safe, efficient, and profitable operation of the chemical manufacturing area. The incumbent will be responsible for administration of day-to-day manpower, equipment and processing needs of the plant site. The Production Supervisor will work closely with all departments to ensure timely shipment of quality products, meeting or exceeding customer expectations. Shift work is required.

Your Work Matters.

• 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!

Responsibilities

• Ensuring assigned production area meets or exceeds all safety and quality requirements
• Scheduling operations in a manner that prevents delays and efficiently utilize manpower
• Ensuring adherence to Standard Operating Procedures in all operations and activities
• Ensure employees are properly trained and evaluate their performance
• Exercising proper care in the utilization of buildings, equipment and services
• Performing simple laboratory tests on samples of in-process and waste materials to ensure proper operation and equipment function
• Coordinating operations with Maintenance Department to complete scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities for operations area
• Make recommendations to improve yields and reduce waste, labor, materials, maintenance, handling and other costs
• Initiate investigation of production 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 evaluations with production superintendents or process engineers as assigned

Qualifications/Skills

• Three or more years of chemical processing/manufacturing experience preferred
• Prior supervisory experience beneficial
• Sound written and oral communication skills
• Strong computer knowledge in Windows based software required
• DEA background check required
• Respirator use required

Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

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 / Affiantive Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), ancestry, national origin, place of birth, age, marital status, disability/handicap, genetic information, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state, and/or local law.