Supervisor, Weigh and Dispense

Supervisor, Weigh & Dispense

The Supervisor, Weigh & Dispense is responsible for leading the Weigh & Dispense team and operations within Supply Chain to ensure compliant and reliable production. This position works closely with Raw Material Sampling to flex resources between Weigh & Dispense and Raw Material Sampling, optimizing staffing and productivity. The Weigh & Dispense team consists of multiple shifts in which this supervisor leads and oversees to support the demands of the production schedule, including night shifts, as needed.

Job Description

What You'll Do

Supervises, leads, and develops direct reports for Weigh & Dispense team while overseeing, organizing, and coordinating daily activities and tasks with Warehouse

Fosters an inclusive, people-first culture by creating meaningful development plans with direct reports and conducting one-on-ones and skip levels on a defined cadence

Collaborates cross functionally (e.g., Manufacturing, Quality, SC Planning, Drug Product, Warehouse)

Oversees and coordinates Weigh & Dispense activities, including :

• Operation of parts and IBC washers
• Assembly and management of Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs)
• Use of scales and automated weigh system
• Handling of material containers and compliant material storage and management to include material recon
• Operating powered industrial truck

Manages Weigh & Dispense team training curricula, deviation investigations, and corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs)

Provides necessary responses to alert or action limits for area equipment and monitoring

Maintains accurate inventory of materials and consumables for Weigh & Dispense

Works closely with Manufacturing Support and Operations for weigh-outs, solution lot records, procedures, and meeting the needs of the production schedule

Competes document review and sign off for Weigh & Dispense

Ensures continuous improvement, drives escalation and mitigates manufacturing issues

Administers company policies that directly impact employees

Completes required administrative tasks (e.g., timecard approvals, time off approvals, expense reports etc.)

Manages and develops direct reports from Weigh & Dispense team

Coaches and guides direct reports to foster professional development

Participates in the recruitment process and retention strategies to attract and retain talent, as needed

Addresses performance gaps, employee questions and concerns, and partners with HR as needed for resolution

Basic Requirements

Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of life sciences, business or related experience; OR

Associate's degree with 4+ years of life sciences, business or related experience; OR

High school diploma with 6+ years of life sciences, business or related experience

Experience in manufacturing environment

Preferred Requirements

Experience in pharmaceutical or biological manufacturing operations

Previous experience leading others in a pharmaceutical or biological manufacturing facility

Experience working in a changing, project driven organization

Experience with regulatory inspections, investigations and change management

Lean certification or related certifications

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Will work in environment operating a motor vehicle or Powered Industrial Truck

Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time

Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time

Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include wrists, hands and / or fingers

Ability to operate machinery and / or power tools

Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to 33 pounds

Ability to bend, push or pull, reach to retrieve materials from 18" to 60" in height, and use twisting motions

Will work in warm / cold environments

Will work in small and / or enclosed spaces