1,844 Manufacturing Supervisor jobs in the United States

Summary: The Manufacturing Supervisor may be assigned to work directly with Upstream, Downstream or Buffer Preparation Unit Operations. This individual will supervise a team of employees directly or indirectly in these production process units.

Operational oversight of the following systems dependent upon assignment:

Upstream Unit:

• Single-Use Cell Culture Vessels/Bioreactors up to 2000L
• Bacterial Fermentation Culture Vessels up to 2000L
• Alpha Wasserman Continuous Flow Centrifuges
• Disposable Magnetic Mixing Bags and Totes
• Cell Expansion and Propagation
• Banking/Cryopreservation of Cell Lines and Viruses
• Hyperstack, Cellstack and other adherent cell technologies
• Plate counting, microscopic examination
• Monitor cultures, take samples, turn-around of bioreactor and fermenters,
• sterilization, and inoculation

Downstream Unit:

• Medium to Large-scale filtration systems including Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF) Hollow Fiber Tangential Flow Filtration (HFTFF), Nanofiltration and depth filtration.
• Medium to Large-scale Chromatographic systems (ÄKTA)
• Pre-Packed Columns from 1L to 100L
• Single use mixing systems (Pall & GE)
• Single Use connectivity types such as GE DAC and Colder AseptiQuik
• Plate counting, microscopic examination
• Monitor cultures, take samples, turn-around of bioreactor and fermenters, sterilization, and inoculation
• Bulk filling
• Aseptic process simulation and drug product filling

Solution Preparation Unit:

• Preparation of medium from stock raw materials including the compounding, mixing, testing and filtration for further process needs
• Preparation of buffers from stock raw materials including the compounding, mixing, testing and filtration for further process needs
• Weighing of raw materials per batch record specifications and assignment of appropriate expiry per procedures
• Integrity testing of filters

Essential Functions Include:

• Responsible for supervising daily manufacturing activities and staff, including hiring, performance evaluations, coaching, mentoring, disciplinary actions, termination recommendations, training, development, etc.
• Responsible for implementing project safety and quality assurance programs
• Execution of SAP functionality for batch close out and generating SAP reports as required.
• Develop, write, and review Standard Operating Procedures, Buffer Formulation Records and Batch Production Records (BPRs).
• Responsible for ensuring proper documentation and execution of BPRs and activity records, according to cGMP regulations.
• Lead deviation resolution and closure with subject matter expert and quality teams.
• Responsible for tracking CAPAs to closure.
• Provide input and support to R&D functions during development and scale up activities as necessary.
• Represents organization in client meetings as the subject matter expert with regard to assigned manufacturing processes.
• Ensure an adequate supply of materials available; ensure all materials for project are procured prior to production.
• Maintain the confidentiality of proprietary company information.
• Responsible for continuous improvement in areas of responsibility.
• Maintain an effective working relationship with others.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated leadership, coaching and mentoring skills.
• Demonstrated experience in training others to perform and maintain cGMP standards
• Excellent skills with Microsoft Office applications.
• Must have flexible work hours, and be willing to work outside of normal, scheduled hours; as necessary.
• Must be able to work alternative shift hours and weekends as required.
• Excellent self-discipline and attention to detail.
• Advanced math and computer skills.
• Must have exceptional planning and organizational skills, excellent oral and written communication
• skills, and be proactive in process interfacing with colleagues in various roles and functions throughout the manufacturing facilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work with teams and collaborate with others.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Experience prolonged standing, some bending, pushing, pulling, reaching above the shoulder, stooping, and stretching.
• Use hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment.
• Potential for exposure to hazardous chemicals, gases, fumes, odors, mists, and dusts, and other hazardous materials.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment including safety glasses, lab coat, safety shoes and gloves.
• Ability to lift/pull/push up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds on occasion.
• Attendance is mandatory.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, or related field with three (3) years of relevant experience; OR
• Undergraduate degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, or related field with five (5) years of relevant experience; OR
• Associates degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, or other related field and seven (7) years of relevant experience; OR
• High School/GED with nine (9) years of relevant experience.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in a GMP environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Biotechnology Certificate
• Green-Belt Certification
• Experience with mammalian, insect, yeast, or bacterial cell lines and their cultivation and/or purification of biologics or viral vectors produced from such.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Manufacturing Supervisor to oversee daily operations in our production facility. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a solid understanding of manufacturing processes, and the ability to lead teams to meet safety, quality, and production goals efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

●   Supervise and coordinate the activities of production workers to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality output.

●   Monitor daily operations and address issues related to production schedules, quality control, and safety compliance.

●   Train, coach, and mentor team members to improve performance and ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.

●   Enforce safety and health regulations, conducting regular safety audits and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

●   Collaborate with other departments (maintenance, quality, engineering, logistics) to resolve production issues and streamline processes.

●   Maintain accurate records of production metrics, attendance, inventory usage, and downtime.

●   Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action planning for quality or process deviations.

●   Lead daily shift meetings and contribute to long-term production planning.

Requirements:

●   High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing or related field preferred.

●   5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, with at least 3 years in a supervisory level role.

●   Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and safety standards (e.g., OSHA).

●   Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

●   Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with ERP or MES systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus.

●   Ability to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

●   Lean Six Sigma certification or experience in continuous improvement initiatives.

●   Bilingual (e.g., English/Spanish) is a plus but not required.

●   Experience in Welding and Steel Processes.

WE'RE INTERNATIONAL COMMITTED TO THE ROAD AHEAD

We are hiring a third-shift Manufacturing Operations Supervisor at our Huntsville Powertrain Plant to lead nightly production and drive performance across safety, quality, delivery, and cost. In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll guide a high-performing team, implement Lean Manufacturing practices, and serve as the key link between plant operations and upper management.

To learn more and be considered; please use the following link to complete your official online application:

Candidates should have proven leadership experience, a bachelor’s degree with three years of experience, OR a master’s with one year experience, or at least five years of manufacturing experience. U.S. work authorization is required.

We’re looking for a leader with machining expertise, Lean Manufacturing knowledge, and a proven ability to manage teams in fast-paced environments. If you’re ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you.

After completing up to six months of first-shift training, you’ll transition to third shift (Monday–Thursday, 7:30 PM to 6:00 AM), overseeing schedules, resolving challenges, and collaborating across departments to keep operations running smoothly. You’ll be responsible for team development, KPI improvement, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristic s.

DIRECT CANDIDATES ONLY, IF INTERESTED APPLY THROUGH JOB POST. NO DIRECT MESSAGES.

RECRUITERS: DO NOT CONTACT.

Position Overview: The Sr. Manufacturing Supervisor coordinates and supervises the daily activities and sets priorities for the production team. Primarily in charge of ensuring the production line is operational and maintaining the ongoing production of products.

They are also responsible for troubleshooting any issues that arise, provide technical expertise for complex issues, ensures effective, and efficient production flow.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and lead Production Assemblers
• In collaboration with department management and R&D, plans and executes the transfer of products from Research and Development into Manufacturing
• Identifies skill, knowledge and resource needs. Provides input to department management for workforce planning, staff development and performance management activities.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of production and operations workers as assigned
• Assist line personnel in resolving job related problems
• Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient work area at all times
• Monitor work being produced to make sure it meets all specifications
• Monitor workflow and control output through work order distribution
• Ensure production goals are met
• Train assemblers on the proper use of work instructions
• Identifies training gaps and needs. Develops and delivers training to assemblers on the proper use of Manufacturing Instructions
• Sets work schedules and develops training schedules for new employees and evaluates performance
• Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, Shipping, and Manufacturing to deliver results
• Ensures that production personnel carry out all daily duties
• Builds Quality into all aspects of work by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements.
• Support Manufacturing and Quality Engineers in product investigations
• Owns Capacity and Output tools if Manufacturing Line
• Collects and analyzes data, prepares, and presents reports and recommendations to improve production output and achieve business goals.
• Promotes team compliance with applicable Inova SOPs, ISO, FDA and other Quality System Regulations, as well as applicable Environmental, Health & Safety, Human Resources and all other regulatory and administrative policies.
• Support inventory counts by owning Work Order Open/Closing on ERP System

Qualifications:

Education:

• College Degree preferred or equivalent job experience required

Required Experience:

• 5+ years of supervising manufacturing production, operations experience in medical device, laboratory, diagnostics, or related industry experience.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Good understanding of Current GMPs and ISO13485 standards.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Continual improvement process experience
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• A thorough understanding of Clean Room requirements
• Ability to create and adhere to effective schedules

Title: Manufacturing Production Supervisor

Location: Bellevue, WA 98005

Payrate for the role is $ 40.00 - $45.00 per hour.

Shift: 1st shift (6am - 4pm) Wed, Thurs, Fri and 2nd shift for Saturday (12pm - 10pm)

These will be 4/10-hour days

Duration: 3 months

Is there a possibility for the assignment to be extended? Yes

Is there a possibility this role will convert to FTE? Possibly but will be based on worker performance.

The Manufacturing Production Supervisor is a central figure in the production environment, tasked with the management and guidance of production workers to meet set goals and uphold quality standards. Responsible for the coordination of various manufacturing and warehouse functions within a large, complex, and fast paced food production facility to drive maximum financial results and deliver a quality on-time product for customers.

Requirements:

BS Degree preferred.

Manager is looking for candidates with food manufacturing experience. Preferably dairy experience. 1-2 years in lager scale manufacturing environment. Experience working in a union environment is very nice to have.

?Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

This off-shift position is located within our Plant 10 Whitehall Casting Operation and will direct and motivate the manufacturing work force to produce products of high quality in the most efficient and safe manner and ensure that scheduling meets business and customer needs.

Job Roles

• Anticipation --asks questions to understand needs of multiple stakeholder groups; prepares operation for optimal execution; contributes as a strategic partner to planning process
• Reliability --leads by example; provides goal and measurement information to others; facilitates safe environment; works effectively within parameters of bargaining unit contract
• Optimizer --improves processes; executes production for maximal output; eliminates waste; increases quality; aligns activity and resources to desired outcomes; sets others up for success
• Facilitator --interacts with internal and external stakeholders at multiple levels; furnishes accurate instructions to others; acts as liaison between planning, management and execution elements of the business
• Responsiveness --deals effectively with the unforeseen; modifies labor schedule or other variables as needed based on circumstances
• Influence -- delegates effectively; capable of explaining the why behind a recommendation or directive; advocates for the business; maintains approachability; deals with conflict and change effectively
• Organization and structure --plans daily; coordinates to deliver on time; ensures efficiencies while balancing priorities of multiple projects and stakeholder groups; has contingency plans
• Observation --sees and hears through the lens of performance; enables accuracy in scheduling, quality in production and relationship with customers; makes recommendations and changes based on patterns and data; monitors for feedback and communicates findings; sees physical and personnel issues and acts on observations; has a finger on the pulse of what occurs within the plant
• Ownership --accepts accountability for the performance of others and the business; inspires ownership and improvement in others; invites measurement

Responsibilities

• Supervises an effective team; includes planning and holding meetings, preparing and conducting performance appraisals as appropriate, managing staffing levels (including vacations, overtime, and leaves of absences), assisting with career development (motivates, coaches, and trains to acquire maximum quality, productivity, morale, and cooperation), approving time and attendance, and prioritizing and making work assignments.
• Provides effective feedback to employees, both positive and negative. Maintains appropriate documentation for all disciplinary actions taken.
• Provides training and mentoring to new Supervisors.
• Directs training and orientation of employees to ensure EHS rules are known and understood, to improve work performance, and acquaint employees with company policies and procedures.
• Maintains compliance with the collective bargaining agreement. Interfaces between management and union officials. Handles grievances.
• Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Schedules production and work teams.
• Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operations, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
• Promotes EHS and continuous improvement initiatives and culture.
• Implements ABS principles and initiatives and is the 6S program leader.
• Interacts with their employees and other departments in order to manage the flow of product through the operation.
• Maintains inventories, as applicable.
• Creates a total awareness among assigned employees of Company policies, regulations, procedures, and business initiatives. Enforces compliance and acts as a positive resource for information and questions.
• Responds to emergencies. Assists in troubleshooting production problems. Investigates and analyzes. Initiates or recommends actions to correct deviations and variables affecting schedules, costs, quality, and other factors.
• Prepares and analyzes documentation as required (i.e. production reports, log sheets, etc).
• Reviews work procedures for safety regulations and concerns.
• Plans, develops, and implements new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.
• Confers with management, engineering, and quality control personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment.
• Performs audits for safety compliance; facilitates the 6S audit program.
• Assists with budget and goal setting of the operation.
• Complies with all EHS rules required for the work environment.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 3 years leadership experience.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with TPM, Synchronous Mfg., and Kaizen Concepts.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, have good team building skills, excellent people skills; ability to handle multiple tasks, technically oriented.
• Must be energetic and a self-starter, able to promote and implement change, have good PC skills, good telephone skills, strong organizational skills, and ability to promote a continuous improvement atmosphere.