Supervisor Manufacturing Operations

Supervisor Manufacturing Operations Contract Type:

Temporary Location:

Minnetonka Industry:

Manufacturing and Production Contact Name:

Giulia Memore Contact Phone:

Date Published:

06-May-2026

JOB TITLE:

Manufacturing Operations Supervisor

LOCATION

Onsite - Minnetonka, MN

SCHEDULE

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

DURATION

10-

Week Contract PAY:

47-52 USD per hour

Job Responsibilities:

In this role, you will lead and oversee daily manufacturing and packaging operations within a pharmaceutical production environment.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing multi-shift production teams, including: o Supervising hourly and contract employees o Coaching and mentoring staff on best practices o Driving team engagement and performance Overseeing GMP manufacturing and packaging of pharmaceutical products in a cleanroom environment Promoting a culture of safety, quality, compliance, and continuous improvement Coordinating with cross-functional teams (quality, engineering, product development) to ensure smooth operations Monitoring production performance, schedules, and efficiency

Essential Duties and Job Functions:

Ensure all manufacturing and packaging activities follow current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and internal procedures Plan and coordinate cleaning, production, packaging, and documentation activities to maximize efficiency Lead daily production operations and track performance against established metrics Identify manufacturing issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions Review batch records and documentation as a subject matter expert Communicate production updates and performance to leadership Manage, coach, and develop manufacturing technicians through training and mentorship Monitor and ensure completion of required training for all team members Create, update, and maintain technical documents using change control systems Support administrative functions such as performance reviews, hiring, and disciplinary actions Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing principles Ensure adherence to safety standards and regulatory compliance

Knowledge & Skills:

Strong understanding of cGMP and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) Experience in pharmaceutical or medical device manufacturing environments Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices Strong leadership, coaching, and team management skills Ability to perform root cause analysis and implement effective solutions Experience with technical writing and documentation systems Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills Effective communication skills with ability to adapt to different audiences Ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated production environment

Education & Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent with 5-8 years of manufacturing experience (pharmaceutical or medical device preferred), OR Associate's Degree with relevant experience Experience supervising or leading teams in a production environment Demonstrated experience in employee training and development Experience in cleanroom and GMP-regulated environments preferred

Additional Requirements:

Ability to stand for extended periods, walk, and perform physical tasks (including lifting up to 30 lbs) Comfortable working in a manufacturing and/or laboratory environment Travel may be required up to 5% ...