Lead Operator Manufacturing

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider offering strategic talent solutions to clients worldwide. This opportunity is with a leading biotechnology product development services client that supplies laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies, and services essential in healthcare, scientific research, safety, and education. The organization generates approximately $40 billion in annual revenue and is committed to making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

About the role

As a Manufacturing Lead, you will act as a working leader on the Filling manufacturing floor in a cGMP-regulated environment. You will partner with Supervisors and Managers to maintain production flow, develop team members, and improve operational performance while handling DEA-controlled substances (Schedules I–V) in compliance with DEA and FDA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate manufacturing operators to achieve production targets.
• Facilitate daily tier meetings and maintain accountability boards.
• Communicate production performance, issues, and team morale updates to leadership.
• Promote safety, quality, accountability, and 4i values across the team.
• Train and develop operators through coaching and performance feedback.
• Execute manufacturing/testing activities for complex products in compliance with cGMP requirements.
• Ensure accurate documentation and address nonconformance issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize work and resolve operational challenges.
• Prepare materials for work orders and organize team assignments for daily operations.
• Review batch records and execute MRP transactions.
• Maintain documentation aligned with cGMP and Quality System standards.
• Support inventory management and material accuracy.
• Monitor employee performance and equipment productivity metrics.
• Participate in 5S and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Represent the department in meetings and communicate operational updates.
• Perform additional duties assigned by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• 4 to 6 years of manufacturing and leadership experience.
• Minimum 2+ years in a lead, trainer, or coaching role.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building abilities.
• Ability to build trust within a diverse workforce.
• Strong accountability and conflict management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and recognition.
• Knowledge of cGMP, Quality System Regulations, ISO standards, CAPA, and nonconformance handling.
• Hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment.
• Experience with batch records, SOPs, and inventory transactions.
• Familiarity with MRP systems and electronic documentation systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Comfortable working in cold/freezer environments and around loud equipment.
• Ability to use PPE including lab coats, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, and hearing protection.
• Must pass background check and controlled substance screening for DEA-controlled substance handling.

Pay

$24 to $29 per hour

Schedule

• Monday to Friday, 06:00 AM to 02:45 PM.
• Flexible to occasional swing shift.