Pharmaceutical Production Lead - 3rd Shift
Job Summary Responsible for performing advanced pharmaceutical drug manufacturing activities while providing day-to-day technical guidance and workflow coordination within regulated GMP environments. This role serves as a technical and operational resource on the production floor, supporting production flow, compliance, and continuous improvement without formal supervisory authority. Job Description MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES Acts as a technical and workflow lead by coordinating daily manufacturing tasks, prioritizing activities, and supporting efficient production flow without formal people management responsibility. Provides on-the-job guidance, mentoring, and training to manufacturing technicians and lower-level operators to ensure adherence to procedures, safety standards, and GMP requirements. Performs advanced, hands-on biopharmaceutical manufacturing activities, including media and buffer preparation, aseptic processing, equipment cleaning and sterilization, and any responsibilities to support production and schedule adherence. Sets up, operates, monitors, and adjusts bioprocessing equipment such as autoclaves, washer-sterilizers, filtration systems, fermenters, and fill-finish equipment. Prepares, cleans, assembles, and stages tanks, glassware, components, and systems for batch manufacturing operations in accordance with approved procedures. Monitors critical process parameters, production data, and outputs to ensure compliance with batch records, specifications, and quality standards. Identifies, documents, and escalates deviations, abnormal events, and process issues in accordance with quality systems and regulatory expectations. Maintains accurate and complete batch documentation, equipment logs, inventory records, and other GMP compliance documentation. Follows and reinforces standard operating procedures (SOPs), manufacturing instructions, and all applicable safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines. Collaborates with engineering, quality, and maintenance teams on troubleshooting, investigations, testing, and process optimization activities. Supports continuous improvement initiatives by providing technical input, identifying opportunities for efficiency or quality improvements, and assisting with implementation of approved changes. MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS Education High school diploma or GED required Work Experience 2-3 years of manufacturing experience. Experience in aseptic manufacturing experience in GMP and ISO-cleanroom environments. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Proven ability to operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain biopharmaceutical manufacturing equipment. Demonstrated attention to detail with the ability to accurately complete GMP documentation and support investigations and escalate issues. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to guide and collaborate with others. Comfortable working in cleanroom and controlled environments while adhering to gowning, safety, and quality requirements. Flexibility to work mandatory overtime based on business needs. Ability to speak, read, and write English with proficiency PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS Education Bachelor's degree in STEM field Work Experience 2 years of hands-on experience in GMP-regulated pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing. Demonstrated experience performing advanced manufacturing operations such as aseptic processing, media/buffer preparation, and equipment operation Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Advanced knowledge of upstream and/or downstream bioprocessing operations Experience supporting audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and operational excellence initiatives Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work cross-functionally Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization. The anticipated salary range for this position: $28.75 - $41.75 Hourly The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold. Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here . For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp. We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging page here . Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
