Sterile Operations Supervisor – 1st Shift Lead

Mannkind Corporation

Danbury (CT)

On-site

USD 84,000 - 126,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

MannKind Corporation in Danbury, CT is seeking a Sterile Operations Supervisor to lead daily sterile drug product manufacturing on the 1st shift (M-F, 7am–3:30pm). You will supervise an operator team, coordinate shift activities, ensure safe, compliant execution, and support quality systems on the manufacturing floor.

This role requires 5–7+ years in pharma/biotech manufacturing, preferably with sterile/aseptic operations, and proven supervisory experience.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering, microbiology, biochemistry, pharma sciences, biotechnology or related field preferred.
5–7+ years of pharmaceutical/biotech manufacturing experience with sterile or aseptic operations.
2+ years of demonstrated lead or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise daily sterile manufacturing execution across formulation, component prep, isolator filling, inspection, and device assembly.
Convert approved production schedule into daily work assignments and coordinate coverage, equipment readiness, materials, and training for a four-operator team.
Provide direct people supervision, coaching, attendance oversight, and performance feedback.
Verify operators are trained and qualified before independent task execution and address gaps.
Lead daily tier meetings, shift handoffs, floor communications, and first-line escalation with cross-functional teams.