Supervisor, Manufacturing
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Responsibilities
- Supervise and develop production staff to meet safety, quality, and throughput targets
- Ensure adherence to SOPs, GMP/GDP standards, ISO requirements, and documentation practices
- Oversee product processing, including vial/bottle preparation, aseptic filling (pipetting), capping, labeling, and visual inspection
- Operate and troubleshoot production equipment (e.g., automated vial torquing and labeling systems)
- Support laminar flow hood operations and cleanroom gowning procedures
- Perform or verify production calculations (e.g., volume, concentration, yield)
- Maintain accurate batch records, inventory transactions, and ERP system data
- Coordinate priorities with Planning, Quality, Engineering, and Materials teams
- Investigate deviations, support CAPA activities, and resolve non-conformances
- Maintain training programs, skills matrices, and cross-training initiatives
- Monitor and report on production metrics (safety, quality, delivery, efficiency)
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts (Lean, waste reduction, process optimization)
- Support new product introductions, process transfers, and lyophilization activities
- Approve timecards and manage staffing to meet production demands
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Requirements
- Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of manufacturing experience in a regulated environment (GMP/ISO preferred)
- Demonstrated leadership capacity required; previous supervisory experience preferred
- Working knowledge of manufacturing regulatory compliance requirements
- Formal continuous improvement training and experience desirable (Lean/ Six Sigma)
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Working knowledge of GMP, GDP, and ISO quality systems
- Experience with aseptic technique, pipetting, and cleanroom operations
- Familiarity with laboratory and production equipment, including automated filling, torquing, or labeling systems
- Ability to perform and verify calculations related to concentrations, dilutions, and volumes
- Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel
- Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
- Ability to lead, coach, and communicate effectively in a team environment
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production setting
- Working Conditions:
- Work performed in a laboratory and production environment with exposure to chemicals, reagents, and standard lab equipment.
- Minimal or no travel required.
- Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift and handle materials weighing 5-50 lbs.
- Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive laboratory tasks for extended periods.
- Manual dexterity required for laboratory equipment and fine measurement techniques.
- Why Join Bio-Techne:
- We offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
- We invest in our employees' financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
- We empower our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.
- We offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.
- We offer an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
- We foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.
- Bio-Techne is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
- To protect the interests of all, Bio-Techne will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than a candidate application. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Bio-Techne will be considered Bio-Tech
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Additional Information
By joining Bio-Techne, you'll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide. Pay Range: $69,800.00 - $114,800.00 Position Summary: The Manufacturing Supervisor leads daily operations in a GMP-regulated production environment, supporting the filling, capping, labeling, and inspection of antibodies, proteins, enzymes, and kit components. This role ensures compliance with quality systems while driving safety, efficiency, and on-time delivery. The supervisor oversees team performance, supports technical troubleshooting, and partners cross-functionally to optimize production processes.
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