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Manufacturing Supervisor - 2nd shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific · Rochester, NY · 1 wk ago
On-siteProduct$68k–$95k/yrFull-time

Position Summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to lead day-to-day manufacturing operations while driving excellence in safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. In this role, you will lead, coach, and develop a team of approximately 10–20 manufacturing operators within a GMP-regulated environment. The Manufacturing Supervisor plays a critical role in fostering a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement through Lean and Practical Process Improvement (PPI) methodologies. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting the production of life-changing products while growing your leadership career with a global industry leader.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
  • Supervise, coach, and develop a team of 10–20 manufacturing operators to drive engagement and performance.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement using Lean and PPI methodologies to improve productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction.
  • Oversee production planning, scheduling, and workflow optimization to ensure efficient operations.
  • Analyze operational data and performance metrics to identify opportunities for process improvements.
  • Ensure compliance with GMP, ISO, quality systems, SOPs, and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Lead manufacturing investigations, CAPAs, and change control activities.
  • Implement and sustain standard work, 5S, and other Lean manufacturing practices.
  • Partner cross-functionally with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other teams to resolve issues, drive improvements, and build consensus.
  • Support manufacturing floor activities and cleanroom operations as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Advanced degree with 3+ years of manufacturing operations experience, or Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of manufacturing operations experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role.
  • Experience in a GMP, ISO, or other regulated manufacturing environment.
  • Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
  • Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Expertise in production planning, scheduling, and workflow optimization.
  • Ability to analyze data and metrics to drive process improvements.
  • Experience with quality systems, SOPs, and regulatory compliance.
  • Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Flexibility to work varying shifts and schedules as business needs require.
  • Physical ability to perform manufacturing floor activities and work in cleanroom environments.
  • Experience leading investigations, CAPAs, and change control processes.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across functions and build consensus.
  • Experience implementing standard work and 5S practices.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in Engineering, Science, Business, or a related field.
  • Lean and/or Six Sigma certification.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in New York is $68,200.00–$95,000.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

  • A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
  • Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
  • At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
  • Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
  • Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

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