What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Supervisor (Nights - A Shift) position at Lonza?
United States, Portsmouth (New Hampshire)
Manufacturing Supervisor – (Nights - A Shift)
Location: Portsmouth, NH (On-site)
You will play an essential role in leading night-shift manufacturing operations that support the production of therapeutic proteins. In this position, you will guide a team, maintain high-quality standards, and ensure safe, compliant, and efficient production activities throughout the night schedule.
Shift Schedule
At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30 sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who
we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.
Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.
Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now
Reference: R75149
Apply
Manufacturing Supervisor – (Nights - A Shift)
Location: Portsmouth, NH (On-site)
You will play an essential role in leading night-shift manufacturing operations that support the production of therapeutic proteins. In this position, you will guide a team, maintain high-quality standards, and ensure safe, compliant, and efficient production activities throughout the night schedule.
Shift Schedule
- Shift: Rotational Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
- Pattern: 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off (repeating cycle)
- Starting off: First 2-week orientation and training period is on the day shift
- Additional Pay: Nights and weekend shifts include additional pay
- An agile career and dynamic working culture.
- An inclusive and ethical workplace.
- Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
- Medical, dental and vision insurance.
- Our full list of global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits
- Lead nightly manufacturing activities to meet production schedules and quality expectations.
- Guide and support operators during tasks while promoting safety and compliance.
- Review batch records and documentation to support accurate, on‑time product release.
- Train, coach, and develop team members through regular feedback and performance discussions.
- Coordinate with cross‑functional groups to resolve equipment or process issues promptly.
- Support administrative tasks such as shift exchanges, meetings, and continuous improvement work.
- Carry out additional duties as required to maintain smooth and compliant operations.
- 5–10 years of experience in a GMP or manufacturing environment.
- 1–4 years of supervisory or team‑leading experience preferred.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to coach and support team members.
- Proven critical‑thinking and problem‑solving abilities for daily manufacturing challenges.
- Ability to follow procedures, maintain accurate records, and uphold quality standards.
- Experience working in cleanroom environments and with automated or manual systems preferred.
- AS/BS degree in a science field; HS diploma with relevant experience may be considered.
At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30 sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who
we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.
Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.
Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now
Reference: R75149
Apply