Manufacturing Supervisor

Avantor

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • $60,100-100,100 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
The Opportunity:Oversees the daily planning, implementation and maintenance of the manufacturing activities of a specific area. Ensures the effective use of materials, equipment and personnel in producing quality products at minimum costs. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. May assist higher level supervisor.Avantor is looking for a team oriented and eager to learn Manufacturing Supervisor to optimize our NuSil team, delivering results against some of the most complex business and technology initiatives.This role will be a full-time position based out of our Bakersfield, CA facility. You will have the opportunity to oversee the daily planning, implementation, and maintenance of the manufacturing activities of a specific area. If you have experience in chemical manufacturing or supervising a team and are passionate about solving complex challenges – let’s talk!The teamAvantor’s NuSil team is part of our Biomaterials unit. This team supports the innovation and growth objectives of major laboratories across the globe by helping with the integration of new technology solutions into their lab processes and operations.What we’re looking for
  • Experience: 3+ years in chemical manufacturing or at a supervisor level
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in technical field, preferably life science, chemistry, and/or engineering disciple
  • cGMP manufacturing a plus
How you will thrive and create an impact
  • Supervise the activities of the manufacturing employees.
  • May supervise the activities of other departments (production, maintenance, shipping).
  • Plan, schedule, and coordinate departmental activities (including staffing) to fulfill sales orders, meet inventory requirements, and deliver manufactured products in accordance with established procedures and approved processes.
  • Responsible for site security, safety and proper shutdown of site at conclusion of shift.
  • Supervise and participate in the production operations.
  • Monitor and improve the efficiency, output and safety of manufacturing processes through observations and measurements as well as by collecting and interpreting data
  • Ensures proper manufacturing processes are followed in accordance to written documentation (i.e., Batch Records, cGMPs, SOP’s, Work Instructions).
  • Maintains and revises procedures associated with production processes to ensure accuracy, consistency and product quality.
  • Create, edit, and maintain necessary documentation (SOP’s, Work Instructions).
  • Ensure all manufacturing safety policies and procedures are implemented and maintained at all times.
  • Investigates and eliminates departmental non-conformities in manufacturing processes by employing root cause analysis and implements corrective and preventative actions.
  • Monitors work for accuracy, neatness, and conformance to policies and procedures.
  • Trains, motivates, monitors and evaluates performance of manufacturing employees.
  • Develop and implement departmental cross training initiatives to allow for flexible resources and aid in improved capacities.
  • Actively participates with internal and/or customer audits.
  • Participates with activities directly related to ISO certification, and on-going conformance.
  • Works closely with internal departments to assure commitment to customer is met in a timely manner.
Disclaimer:The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.Why Avantor?Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!Pay Transparency:The expected pre-tax pay for this position is $60,100.00 - $100,100.00Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.EEO Statement:We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights .3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.

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