Production Team Lead

Biopharma Careers; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement contributions

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

MilliporeSigma seeks a Production Team Lead in Danvers, MA to oversee final packaging and boxing operations, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction. The role requires leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and hands-on experience in packaging, shipping/receiving, and process improvements.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year of leadership and 2+ years in material handling or manufacturing operations, with familiarity of ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle and knowledge of GMP, GDP, and ISO

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and 1+ year of leadership experience.
• 2+ years of experience in material handling, warehouse operations and/or manufacturing operations.
• Solid understanding of ERP transactions (SAP or Oracle) and compliance with GMP, GDP, and ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Follow all SOPs, forms, test methods and product specifications.
• Coordinate daily packaging tasks and team priorities with strong organizational communication.
• Promote safety culture by identifying hazards and filing EHS reports.
• Operate material handling equipment to support warehouse and picking operations.
• Use scales, testing tools and supplies to execute written and verbal instructions.
• Operate Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) and drive box trucks as needed for material transport.
• Assist team with quality decisions and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Work independently under general supervision and take initiative on routine tasks.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Quality mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role

The Production Team Lead oversees manual and automated final packaging and boxing operations, ensuring products consistently meet quality standards and customer expectations. Leveraging a strong foundation in packaging line procedures, basic shipping/receiving, and cross-functional collaboration, this role solves moderately complex operational challenges and recommends process improvements under general supervision. Through accurate, reliable execution and basic team leadership, the Production Team Lead directly supports daily output and overall team performance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Follow all written procedures, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), forms, test methods, and product specifications
• Maintain strong communication and organization skills to effectively coordinate daily packaging tasks and team priorities
• Promote a positive safety culture by proactively identifying hazards and filing EHS reports
• Operate and adjust material handling equipment to support warehouse and picking operations
• Utilize scales, testing tools, and related supplies to execute tasks based on written and verbal instructions
• Operate Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) and drive box trucks as needed for material transport
• Assist the team with quality accept/reject decisions and implement corrective actions when appropriate
• Work independently under general supervision, taking initiative on routine tasks while receiving guidance on specialized projects

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ year of leadership experience
• 2+ years of experience in material handling, warehouse operations and/or manufacturing operations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of ERP system transactions (e.g., SAP or Oracle)
• Solid knowledge of quality standards, including GMP, GDP, and ISO regulations
• Proficiency in basic computer applications for data entry, report generation, and professional communications

Salary Range for this position - $32.00 - $49.00 hourly

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites.

What we offer:

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!