Production Supervisor (Mix/Coat) - 2nd shift, Saint Paul

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About the Company

LTS Lohmann Therapy Systems is a global leader in transdermal and oral thin-film drug delivery technologies. Our teams have pioneered breakthroughs such as the first contraceptive patch, nicotine patch, oral active ingredient film, and Parkinson's patch. When you join LTS, you become part of a team that continues to shape the future of patient care and bring life-changing therapies to market.

At LTS, our purpose drives everything we do:

We CARE. We CREATE. We DELIVER . We're committed to fostering an employee experience that reflects our innovation - supportive, collaborative, and empowering. Across our New Jersey and Minnesota locations, you'll work alongside knowledgeable experts on diverse projects in an environment where every day is different and your contributions truly matter

Production Supervisor (Mix/Coat) - 2nd Shift

Location:

100% on-site - West St. Paul, MN Shift:

Second shift, 2:00pm - 10:30pm, Monday - Friday

The

Production Supervisor

leads a manufacturing team supporting mass preparation and coating (Mix/Coat) of cGMP-regulated pharmaceutical products, including transdermal and oral thin films. This role is responsible for shift output, product quality, and efficient day-to-day operations while meeting safety, quality, and productivity goals. Reporting to the Production Manager, the Supervisor coaches and develops production staff and partners cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement.

What You'll Do:

Production&Daily Operations

Provide day-to-day "on the floor" management to ensure materials, equipment, and documentation support operations (Equipment Preparation, Weigh&Dispense, Mass Prep/Formulation, Coating). Manage labor to effectively execute production schedules. Ensure rooms and equipment are cleaned, released, and set up to meet production schedules. Provide shift handover / transitional communication to maintain continuity across shifts. Collect production data and track KPIs for shift performance.Review yield rates and production outputs. Collaborate with Scheduling, Engineering, Materials Management, Project Management, and Purchasing to support operations. Quality, cGMP&Documentation

Ensure adherence to all safety policies, procedures, and requirements; lead safety audit program. Maintain compliance with cGMP standards and quality expectations. Participate in and support: Non-Conformance Management (NCM) CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) Root Cause Investigations Review production documentation for accuracy before line release.Review completed Master Batch Records after production runs. Ensure SOP adherence and training compliance for production staff. Maintain proper documentation for production and quality processes. Leadership

Provide on-the-floor leadership and supervision of (5-10) production staff. Manage team performance and address staffing needs. Resolve conflicts within the production environment. Lead employee development, including coaching and disciplinary actions. Conduct hiring activities and communicate staffing gaps to management.Adjust and approve timecards and handle pay-related issues. Train and coach staff on SOPs, cGMPs, and technical processes. Ensure employees remain current on required training. Conduct annual performance reviews. Promote company values (Excellence, Integrity, Community). Act as a visible safety leader to influence team behavior and culture.Continuous Improvement

Drive and support continuous improvement initiatives. Participate in 5S program implementation. Analyze production data and KPIs to identify improvement opportunities. Evaluate yield rates for optimization. Contribute to root cause analysis and corrective actions (CAPA). Support quality and operational excellence initiatives.What You'll Bring

High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate or Bachelor's degree in a science-related discipline preferred. 5+ years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (pharmaceutical or medical device preferred). 2+ years of supervisory/people leadership experience strongly preferred.

LTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status.