What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor position at Actalent?
Production Supervisor
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Actalent is currently hiring multiple Production / GMP Supervisors to support a pharmaceutical manufacturing company in Columbus, OH. You will be supervising 15-25 technicians - openings available across 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift.
Responsibilities
• Provide strong leadership and ensure regular onsite attendance and punctuality.
• Build accountability and share commitments with the team using action items.
• Clearly communicate and document performance expectations and outcomes.
• Support career development through individual meetings.
• Develop effective teaching, coaching, counseling, and disciplinary skills.
• Communicate daily with shifts and teams to resolve problems.
• Assess and improve policies, procedures, and practices.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, and equipment.
• Provide functional leadership for daily operations, focusing on coaching and team development.
• Ensure employees are trained and knowledgeable on policy changes and new procedures.
• Conduct team activities in compliance with safety rules and regulations.
• Work with management to establish, monitor, and communicate KPIs.
• Conduct huddle meetings, close-out meetings, and reporting.
• Collaborate with Quality, Safety, Occupational Health, and Equipment Support teams.
• Supervise teams of 15-25 members depending on the group.
Essential Skills
• Strong supervisory skills in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with SOP and FDA compliance in a pharmaceutical setting.
• Prior GMP experience or in an FDA-regulated environment is preferred.
• Minimum 18 months of supervisory or management experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with SAP or similar tracking systems.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• High School Diploma or GED required; Associates or Bachelors in Science, Engineering, Manufacturing or related preferred.
• Comfortable wearing heavy PPE for the majority of the day.
• Ability to be on feet and walk around the facility for most of the day.
Work Environment
This is a fast-paced environment with 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift openings available. The position may require rotational weekend coverage (likely every 2-2.5 months), with the opportunity to take the following Monday off. Initial training will occur on the first shift before transitioning to the normal shift. The role involves wearing heavy PPE and being on your feet for most of the day.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Columbus, OH.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $83000.00/yr.
Annual performance bonus potential 401k employer match up to 6% of your contributions 23 vacation/personal days 11 paid Company holidays Generous healthcare benefits Employee discount program Wellbeing rewards programs Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority Career advancement/growth opportunities Tuition Reimbursement Maternity and Parental Leave
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Dec 25, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $70,000 - $83,000