Our client, a leading Life Sciences company, is hiring a Process Optimization Supervisor.

Work Location: Ocean County, New Jersey

Summary:

This role is responsible for overseeing process improvement initiatives, production scheduling, and team leadership within a cGMP-regulated environment. The position requires a strong background in process optimization, compounding, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate the development and execution of short-term production schedules in alignment with forecasts and operational goals.
• Drive process improvement initiatives by analyzing key performance indicators, identifying opportunities, and implementing solutions for enhanced efficiency and quality.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineering teams to ensure seamless execution of development and engineering activities.
• Monitor daily production performance, review metrics, and drive accountability for throughput, downtime, changeovers, and quality events.
• Support investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventative actions to address operational issues and ensure compliance with GDP and cGMP standards.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and support to cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
• Ensure documentation integrity, perform document reviews and approvals, and reinforce data integrity standards.
• Remain flexible to support team needs, including shift coverage and escalation of events, and collaborate to ensure adequate staffing for operational demands.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Science or Engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a life sciences or related industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in cGMP and GDP requirements, with the ability to communicate and apply these standards effectively.
• Strong background in process improvement and compounding is highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and project management skills.
• Proven ability to analyze data, develop visual presentations, and communicate effectively with diverse groups.
• Strong technical writing, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and collaborate across multiple shifts and teams.

Published Category: Manufacturing & Technical Operations