Manufacturing Supervisor (2nd Shift)

Work ScheduleSecond Shift (Afternoons)Environmental ConditionsAdherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)Job DescriptionWorking Hours 2-10:30 Monday - Friday Discover Impactful WorkJoin our team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where you'll oversee manufacturing operations with responsibility for safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. As a Manufacturing Supervisor, you will lead, coach, and develop a team of 10–20 operators while driving operational excellence in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment.In this role, you will foster a culture of continuous improvement through Lean and Practical Process Improvement (PPI) methodologies, enhancing productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping produce life-changing products while growing your leadership career with a global industry leader.A Day in the LifeLead daily manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.Supervise, coach, and develop a team of 10–20 manufacturing operators.Drive operational excellence through Lean manufacturing principles and Practical Process Improvement (PPI) methodologies.Monitor production schedules, staffing, workflow, and resource utilization to meet business objectives.Partner cross-functionally with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other functional teams to resolve issues and improve performance.Ensure compliance with GMP requirements, quality systems, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and regulatory requirements.Lead and support investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and change control activities.Utilize data and performance metrics to identify trends, solve problems, and implement process improvements.Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including standard work, 5S, and workflow optimization activities.Promote a culture of safety, accountability, engagement, and continuous learning.EducationPreferred Education & Experience:Advanced Degree with 3+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, including 2+ years in a leadership role; ORBachelor's Degree with 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, including 2+ years in a leadership role; ORHigh School Diploma/GED with 9+ years of relevant manufacturing operations experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role; ORAn equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.Preferred Fields of Study:Engineering, Science, Business, or a related field.ExperienceExperience in GMP, ISO, or other regulated manufacturing environments required.Experience leading and developing effective 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.Experience leading investigations, CAPAs, and change controls.Experience implementing standard work and 5S practices.Technical writing experience, including familiarity with writing deviations.Knowledge, Skills, AbilitiesLean and/or Six Sigma certification preferred.Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical mindset.Ability to collaborate effectively across functions and build consensus.Flexibility to work varying shifts and schedules as business needs require.Physical ability to perform manufacturing floor activities and cleanroom operations.Physical Requirements / Work EnvironmentAbility to work in a manufacturing and cleanroom environment.Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform routine manufacturing floor activities for extended periods.Ability to use required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all site safety requirements.BenefitsAt Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 100,000+ extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.