Shift Manager - DPM Expansions - FP Assembly

Novo Nordisk A/S; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Novo Nordisk A/S in Clayton, NC is seeking a Shift Manager to lead, coach and mentor production teams in FP Assembly expansions. You will drive production plans, ensure quality objectives are met and partner with diverse sites globally.

The role requires supervisory experience in manufacturing, ASEPTIC processing exposure, and strong Lean/Six Sigma background. The position emphasizes safety, training, and continuous improvement across shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in a manufacturing setting, pharma preferred.
• Associate’s degree with 5 years in manufacturing; pharma preferred.
• High School diploma with 7 years in manufacturing; pharma preferred.
• Minimum 3 years direct supervisory experience; NN leadership program may count.
• 2 years of Aseptic Processing experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write and understand complex product documentation and SOPs.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing tools or Six Sigma preferred.
• Demonstrated experience using systematic problem solving and decision making.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, productive and engaging workplace.
• Promote adherence to all quality objectives, specifications and requirements.
• Coach and mentor work cell leaders, operations area specialists, quality improvement specialists, process team members & technical area specialists.
• Provide direction, prioritization and motivation for all shift team members.
• Responsible for management of people for all shift team members (issues, vacation planning).
• Perform process confirmation to ensure compliance with standards.
• Collaborate across shift teams to share, standardize and improve.
• Other accountabilities as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Aseptic Production

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Documentation literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Associate’s degree in related field

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

PAS-X

PLC programming

Job description

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Shift Manager - DPM Expansions - FP Assembly

Facility: Manufacturing

Location: Clayton, NC, US

About the Department

You will be joining Fill & Finish Expansions (FFEx), which is responsible for all major expansion activities within aseptic production, solid dosage forms, finished products, fill & finish warehousing, and QC across all production areas in Product Supply. The area is anchored in Product Supply, Quality & IT, which globally employ approx. 20,000 of Novo Nordisk’s 50,000 employees.

FFEx is a newly established and growing area with the responsibility to design, plan, and build all new aseptic filling capacity across Novo Nordisk to serve the needs of millions of patients. We do it by rethinking our production facilities with the use of modern technology, as we are setting the standards for the aseptic production of the future. Facilities designed today which we will still be proud of 20 years from now. FF Expansions has a global approach, where you will be working with multiple sites and cultures across the world.

What we offer you:

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Life & Disability Insurance

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

Lead, coach and mentor shift process teams to execute production plans in order to meet quality, customer and business objectives.

Hiring Manager

JSLK (Jason Locklear)

Relationships

Reports to Senior Manager/Director, Aseptic or Finished Production.

Essential Functions

• Create a safe, productive and engaging workplace
• Promote adherence to all quality objectives, specifications and requirements
• Coach and mentor work cell leaders, operations area specialists, quality improvement specialists, process team members & technical area specialists, as applicable
• Provide direction, prioritization and motivation for all shift team members
• Responsible for management of people for all shift team members (personnel issues, employment decisions, vacation planning, etc.)
• Perform process confirmation of standards to ensure compliance
• Collaborate across shift teams to share, standardize and continuously improve
• Other accountabilities, as assigned

Physical Requirements

Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Strap & unstrap pallets using hands. Must be able to be on your feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role. May require colour vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear latex gloves. May perform critical job functions in extremely cold work environments depending on site. May position oneself within confined spaces for inspection if required of the role. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. May be required to secure a motorized vehicle license & operate a motorized vehicle based on the role.

Development Of People

Supervisory. Ensure that reporting personnel have individual development plans (IDP), with annual goals and measurements that are consistent with the priorities of the business and that interim reviews are held so that their work is focused on those priorities and they understand their level of accountability for results and the measurement process. Ensure that the IDP forms include completed learning and aspiration plans and are in place for all reporting personnel to enable the achievement of goals and capability to assume increased levels of responsibility. Manage the application and communication of all Novo Nordisk policies, procedures and Novo Nordisk Way.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with a minimum of three (3) years of experience in a manufacturing organization required, preferably pharmaceutical manufacturing; or
• May consider an Associate’s degree from an accredited university with five (5) years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably pharmaceutical manufacturing; or
• May consider a High School diploma or GED with seven (7) years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Minimum of three (3) years of direct supervisory experience required or for internal candidates may consider successful completion of NN leadership talent development program (ie: GROW)
• Two (2) years of Aseptic Processing experience (Aseptic Production only) preferred
• Ability to read, write and understand complicated product documentation and standard operating procedures with attention to detail preferred
• Computer expertise in the following applications: MS Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Access, PLCs, PAS-X a plus
• Experience utilizing process improvement or Lean manufacturing tools, or Six Sigma methodologies preferred
• Demonstrated experience using systematic approaches to problem solving and decision making required

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes - we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.