Sr. Manager, Production

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. in North Carolina seeks a Sr. Manager, Production to lead the manufacturing of all products at the local facility.

They will coordinate three production areas—Compounding, Molding/Trimming, Finishing—and drive lean improvements, quality, safety, and cost performance with cross-functional teams. The role reports to the Sr. Director Operations and requires strong leadership, extensive manufacturing experience, and a track record of delivering production schedules

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering or Applied Sciences.
• Minimum 10 years of leadership experience in a senior manufacturing role.
• 7+ years in manufacturing leadership within rubber or pharmaceutical operations; strong LEAN and Six Sigma knowledge; experience in a cGMP environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate and direct the manufacturing of all products at the site.
• Ensure production schedules are met and optimize operations across Compounding, Molding/Trimming, and Finishing.
• Use business systems to analyze production capacity and implement productivity improvements.
• Plan labor and equipment resources with department managers to meet demand.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve service, and manage inventory.

Skills

Leadership

LEAN manufacturing

Six Sigma

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree Manufacturing, Engineering or Applied Sciences required.

Tools

Shop floor systems

Manufacturing software

Job description

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Title: Sr. Manager, Production

Requisition ID: 75681

Date: Sep 2, 2026

Location:

Kinston, NC, US, 28504

Department: Operations

Description:

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life‑saving and life‑enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Sr. Director Operations, Sr. Manager Production leads, coordinates and directs the manufacturing of all products and production at the local facility. Is responsible for meeting production schedules and for the coordination of related operations across three production areas: Compounding, Molding/Trimming, Finishing. In conjunction with Engineering develops efficient processes and improvements for the site. Part of the site SLT, this role is key in delivering the overall vision for the site, constantly initiating improvements to ensure processes meet present and future requirements for the site in terms of quality, HSE, growth, flexibility and cost improvement. Provides a high level of leadership for the production team and assures acquisition of best talent and performance.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Effective and efficient use of available resources to manufacture products that meet or exceed customer requirements for cost, quality, delivery and service.
• Lead, coordinate and direct the manufacturing of all products and production at the site.
• Utilize business systems and software tools to analyze reports on production capacity and requirements related to forecasted units by product and identify methods for improving productivity and reducing overall manufacturing costs via lean manufacturing and robust problem‑solving teams.
• Work with Department managers Compounding, Molding/Trimming and Finishing in planning and scheduling labor and equipment resources to meet production demands.
• Identify opportunities to improve service, minimize scrap, and reduce manufacturing costs, including effective management and improvement of inventory.
• Troubleshoot production processes to correct product issues and improve process control.
• Coordinate modifications to production processes and create best in class processes with Engineering, Quality and other functional areas.
• Motivate, develop and engage supervisors, team leads and team members to become self‑directed and take ownership of their area.
• Mange the teams’ performance, conduct performance reviews, recruit team, put in place training and development plans together with Learning and Development, addressing any issues that arise in a timely manner.
• Enforce all quality, safety and SOP procedures.
• Report on monthly metrics, and ensure ongoing measurement identifying progress, issues and corrective action status and status of planned projects.
• Assist in the preparation and execution of the annual budget as it relates to associated production areas.
• Demonstrates the leadership and commitment with respect to the quality management system and with respect to customer focus as outlined in the ISO9001/15378 standards.
• Maintains the Sites Quality Management System in line with the relevant Standards and Regulations- ISO 14644-5.
• Act in accordance with the company’s Guiding Principles and adherence to the corporate Code of Conduct.
• Compliance to all local site Environmental, Health and Safety regulations.
• Compliance to all local site company policies, procedures and corporate policies.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Manufacturing, Engineering or Applied Sciences required.

Work Experience

• Minimum 10 years Experience in leadership and management at a senior level for 10+ years in a relevant or associated business environment required.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 7+ years’ experience in a similar position within the manufacturing industry, preferably in rubber or pharmaceutical operations.
• Sound know-how and experience in of manufacturing, process automation, business and shop floor systems to effectively manage operations.
• Good knowledge of LEAN and 6 sigma manufacturing principles.
• Experience working cGMP environment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and drawings, specifications, safety rules, operating instructions, procedure manuals and regulatory documentation.
• Ability to prepare monthly progress reports and capital requests.
• Ability to understand mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
• Self‑motivated, result – and solution‑oriented personality.
• Ability to combine and apply modern process engineering and manufacturing concepts to meet complex tasks.
• Well‑developed communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills. With the ability to work effectively with staff at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills (think outside the box).
• Highly analytical and structured way of working.
• Use written and verbal communication skills effectively.
• Read and interpret data, information and documents to analyze and solve problems.
• Learn and apply new information and new skills.

Travel Requirements

10%: Up to 26 business days per year

Physical Requirements

Sedentary-Exerting up to 10lbs/4kgs of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in orderto apply to West, please send an email to [e-mail]. Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.