Sr. Supervisor Production - Packaging

ZipRecruiter; Caldwell (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical industry seeks a Sr. Supervisor for Packaging Production to lead the 2nd shift. The role involves managing operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a culture of safety and quality. Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience and a background in science or engineering.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a cGMP pharmaceutical or FDA-regulated environment.
• Minimum of 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead all 2nd shift functions, ensuring adherence to procedures.
• Supervise approximately 30 packaging operators.
• Promote a strong safety culture and monitor productivity metrics.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer focus

Entrepreneurship

Accountability

Leadership

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

MRP/ERP systems like SAP

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Sr. Supervisor, Packaging Production - 2nd Shift

Department/Division: Packaging Personnel

Reports to: Associate Director, Production

About LTS:

LTS Lohmann Therapy Systems is a premier, global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) and a trusted partner in the pharma industry. We specialize in delivering innovative oral, transdermal, and intradermal drug delivery systems. From concept to market, we support our partners throughout the product lifecycle, providing comprehensive solutions that enhance market advantage. Our team of over 1,000 members across three continents is dedicated to exploring new therapeutic opportunities, maximizing value, and improving patient outcomes.

We Care. We Create. We Deliver.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sr. Supervisor, Packaging Production to lead our 2nd shift at the West Caldwell facility. You will be responsible for organizing, coordinating, supervising, and following up on all team activities, ensuring full compliance with FDA and DEA regulations, cGMPs, SOPs, and batch records. Your leadership will directly impact the performance of production resources on the 2nd shift, contributing to our Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost objectives.

This is a full-time, onsite role based in West Caldwell, NJ.

• Shift: 2nd shift - 2:15 pm to 10:30 pm, Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend hours as needed.

What You Will Do

• Manage and lead all 2nd shift functions, ensuring adherence to company procedures and policies.
• Supervise approximately 30 packaging operators, including permanent and temporary staff.
• Oversee mechanical, in-process control, and operator functions during the shift.
• Coordinate and facilitate training for machine operators and IPC personnel.
• Ensure all staff maintain current training curricula.
• Conduct annual performance reviews for direct reports, emphasizing core behaviors: Teamwork, Customer focus, Entrepreneurship, Accountability, and Leadership.
• Promote a strong safety culture, taking responsibility for safety initiatives.
• Monitor productivity metrics such as scrap rate and downtime, proactively implementing improvements.
• Review production documentation for accuracy before line releases.
• Review Master Batch Records for correctness.
• Ensure smooth shift transitions with clear communication.
• Communicate policies and procedures effectively to staff.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, delivery, and cost efficiency.
• Verify documentation accuracy meticulously.
• Perform other tasks to support overall production success.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience in a cGMP pharmaceutical or FDA-regulated environment.
• Minimum of 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with MRP/ERP systems like SAP.
• Strong team skills and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Ability to wear necessary safety equipment.
• Above-average mathematical skills.
• Basic skills with common tools and equipment.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!

LTS is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, or disability.