Supervisor, Packaging - 2nd Shift
United States, Tampa (Florida)

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

Lonza Tampa is seeking a Packaging Supervisor to oversee and direct all work activities in the packaging department, including production scheduling, material exchange, personnel and processes. The Packaging Supervisor will work closely with other functions to ensure compliance with good manufacturing practices at all times.

Key Accountabilities:

  • Provide work direction and leadership to ensure team members align with processes, procedures, and instructions for all activities on the shop floor.
  • Direct the daily maintenance and operations of the packaging facility to uphold efficiency.
  • Review production schedules and provide inputs to the Master Scheduler, ensuring accurate batch records and timely resolution of quality events.
  • Conduct quality event investigations and resolve documentation issues promptly.
  • Hire, mentor, and manage the performance of employees to build an exceptionally skilled team.
  • Deliver on-the-floor training to support technical and cGMP training, alongside other related training programs.
  • Coordinate the purchases of indirect materials and manage overtime to meet the packaging department's needs.
  • Communicate effectively with collaborators like Project Managers, QA, and related functions to ensure alignment and successful implementation of processes.
  • Adhere to and enforce all Safety and Sustainability requirements, promptly reporting any issues and stopping work when necessary to maintain safety.

Key Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 6 years' experience in a cGMP pharmaceutical setting, preferably with oral solid dosage.
  • Proven ability to lead and manage a team effectively in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong knowledge of good manufacturing practices and regulatory requirements.
  • Outstanding communication and problem-solving skills to identify and address operational needs.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reference: R69826