Production Supervisor

Purpose and Scope

The Production Supervisor coordinates and supervises shift-based manufacturing activities, including staffing, scheduling, and production planning, to ensure safe, efficient operations and the consistent production of high-quality products for patients. This role provides direct leadership to hourly manufacturing employees and ensures adherence to company policies, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and manage performance of hourly manufacturing employees, including performance evaluations, feedback, and development planning
• Support hiring activities, including interviewing and selection of production staff
• Establish daily production priorities and coordinate workflow to meet production schedules and business objectives
• Foster a positive, respectful, and compliant work environment aligned with company values and expectations
• Ensure adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), quality standards, and safety requirements
• Monitor production processes, identify issues, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and throughput
• Oversee training of new and existing employees, ensuring readiness to perform work independently and in compliance with procedures
• Create, revise, and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and production documentation, including batch records
• Perform and/or review batch records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely closure
• Execute and review inventory and production transactions within ERP or inventory control systems
• Lead or support investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for non-conforming events
• Ensure production activities meet defined process parameters, specifications, and timelines
• Review and approve employee time records and maintain administrative responsibilities for the team
• Maintain clear, consistent communication with employees and cross-functional partners
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of cGMP regulations and manufacturing practices
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and performance management skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Ability to manage priorities and make decisions in a fast-paced production environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail, particularly with production documentation and quality requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to interpret and follow technical documentation, procedures, and batch records
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and levels of the organization
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Core Values

• This role is expected to operate within the framework of Tolmar’s Core Values:
• Center on People: We commit to support the well-being of our patients. We are committed to treating our employees and those we serve as valued partners. By placing people at the heart of our actions, we actively engage, invigorate, acquire knowledge, and grow together.​
• Are Proactive & Agile: We embody a culture of engagement and action. With a hands-on approach, we fearlessly adapt to change. We anticipate, respond swiftly and efficiently to ignite a spirit that propels us towards extraordinary outcomes.​
• Act Ethically: We are committed to consistently conducting our business in an ethical, compliant, and socially aware manner, in line with our purpose of positively impacting lives. We actively cultivate diversity, equity, inclusion & sustainability in our workplace.
• ​Constantly Improve: We are committed to a collaborative & proactive effort to improve our products, systems, processes, and services by reducing waste, increasing efficiency & improving quality.​
• Are Accountable: We think, act, and communicate with honesty, transparency, and clarity in alignment with our core values. We don't compromise our values for near term gain. We take accountability & ownership of our work, actions, successes, and setbacks. We strive to deliver our best as we shape the future.​

Qualification & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or related field preferred
• 3+ years of experience in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment required
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing environment with required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Shift-based schedule, including potential overtime

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $88,000 to $115,000 depending on experience and production area
• Shift Differential: Applicable for off shifts
• Bonus eligible
• Benefits summary: https://www.tolmar.com/careers/employee-benefits

Tolmar compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay and a strong benefits package. The final compensation offered may vary from the posted range based on the selected candidates qualifications and experience.

Tolmar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.