Associate Manager, 2nd Shift Manufacturing

• Lead and monitor all 2nd Shift production activities to ensure safety, compliance, and adherence to schedule.
• Oversee equipment startups, line changeovers, and shutdown procedures across production and packaging areas.
• Maintain proper staffing across lines, including reallocation of labor in response to real-time needs.
• Act as the primary decision-maker for shift-level issues, troubleshooting and escalating only as necessary.
• Use SAP and Tulip MES systems to validate production steps, track material usage, and close batch records.
• Ensure a clean, organized, and audit-ready production environment.

• Supervise and support 10-15 direct reports, ensuring clear expectations and accountability throughout the shift.
• Provide hands-on coaching, conduct shift huddles, and reinforce safe, efficient practices on the floor.
• Document and deliver performance feedback; manage attendance, conduct corrective actions, and support employee development.
• Lead team morale and engagement activities, encouraging ownership and pride in work.

• Review documentation and verify in-process checks and batch records for accuracy and compliance.
• Enforce GMP, ISO, and safety policies during all shift activities.
• Identify, investigate, and document deviations or non-conformances in real-time.
• Ensure proper line clearance and documentation between batches.

• Deliver structured and consistent shift handoffs to and from 3rd and 1st shift leadership.
• Communicate key updates, open items, and production progress to ensure full continuity across the operation.
• Maintain shift notes and relay all relevant information for downstream execution or escalation.

• Actively lead by example in safe work practices and enforce safety policies throughout the shift.
• Identify and correct unsafe behaviors or conditions; participate in safety audits or incident reports as needed.
• Foster a respectful, inclusive, and team-focused environment.

• Assist with onboarding and training of new employees.
• Support training matrix compliance and cross-training efforts to build flexibility.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

• High school diploma or GED required and 4 years of supervisory experience

• Bachelor's degree in related field (Biology, Engineering, etc.) Preferred

• Leadership & Team Development - Proven ability to supervise, coach, and motivate frontline manufacturing teams to meet performance and behavioral expectations.
• Production Process Knowledge - Solid understanding of manufacturing operations, production scheduling, and material flow in a regulated environment.
• Safety & Compliance Awareness - Strong working knowledge of cGMP, FDA, ISO, and OSHA standards, with a focus on maintaining a safe and compliant workplace.
• Technical Aptitude - Comfortable working with manufacturing equipment, automation tools, and systems such as SAP and MES platforms (Tulip preferred).
• Lean Manufacturing Mindset - Experience with continuous improvement methodologies, including 5S, Kaizen, and visual management techniques.
• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making - Ability to assess issues quickly, implement corrective actions, and support root cause investigations.
• Documentation & Attention to Detail - Skilled in reviewing and maintaining accurate production records, logs, and batch documentation. Experience with change management.
• Effective Communication - Strong verbal and written communication skills for daily team direction, shift handoffs, and cross-functional coordination.
• Accountability & Performance Management - Ability to set clear expectations, monitor performance, and hold team members accountable to standards.
• Adaptability in a Dynamic Environment - Capable of managing shifting priorities, urgent production needs, and evolving quality or regulatory requirements.

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