What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervisor, Media & Process Development position at Thermo Fisher Scientific?
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.
DESCRIPTION:
Join our manufacturing team as a Formulation Manufacturing Supervisor, where you'll manage teams in producing pharmaceutical products. You'll maintain operational excellence while ensuring compliance with cGMP standards and FDA regulations. This role combines technical expertise with people leadership to deliver high-quality products that improve healthcare outcomes. You'll coordinate production schedules, oversee manufacturing processes, and support continuous improvement initiatives. Your leadership will be essential in maintaining quality standards, developing team members, and fostering a culture of safety and innovation.
REQUIREMENTS:
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.
DESCRIPTION:
Join our manufacturing team as a Formulation Manufacturing Supervisor, where you'll manage teams in producing pharmaceutical products. You'll maintain operational excellence while ensuring compliance with cGMP standards and FDA regulations. This role combines technical expertise with people leadership to deliver high-quality products that improve healthcare outcomes. You'll coordinate production schedules, oversee manufacturing processes, and support continuous improvement initiatives. Your leadership will be essential in maintaining quality standards, developing team members, and fostering a culture of safety and innovation.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Advanced Degree plus 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing
- Preferred Fields of Study: Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or related STEM field
- 2 years of supervisory/leadership experience in a GMP environment
- Strong knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA requirements
- Expertise in aseptic processing and cleanroom operations
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams
- Experience with batch record review and documentation
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
- Excellence in written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and manufacturing systems
- Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights/weekends as needed
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)
- Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities
- Demonstrated experience in operational excellence and quality improvements
- Knowledge of aseptic techniques and environmental monitoring
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work cross-functionally