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Manufacturing Supervisor

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor for a direct hire position at a leading client in the diagnostics industry in Carlsbad, CA. If you’re passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Salary : $85-90k

Overview

The Client is an industry-leading company focused on innovative solutions and high-quality standards in the production of IVD and microbiologic products. In this role, you’ll be working with a dynamic team of leaders, colleagues, and partners to oversee the production and packaging departments, ensuring efficient operations, maintaining quality standards, and fostering a safe and productive work environment. This role is critical in ensuring products meet rigorous quality and regulatory standards while being delivered on time.

Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday

Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and mentor a team of production and packaging operators.

• Schedule and assign daily tasks to ensure efficient workflow and meet production targets.

• Conduct regular team meetings to communicate goals, updates, and feedback.

• Oversee the entire manufacturing process from raw material preparation to final product packaging.

• Monitor production schedules and adjust as necessary to meet deadlines.

• Ensure equipment and machinery are in good working condition, coordinating maintenance and repairs as needed.

• Implement and monitor quality control processes to ensure all products meet required standards.

• Conduct regular inspections and audits of production areas and products.

• Address and resolve any quality issues promptly, implementing corrective actions as needed.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, health, and environmental regulations.

• Promote a culture of safety by conducting regular training and safety drills.

• Maintain accurate records of safety incidents and implement measures to prevent recurrence.

• Identify areas for process improvement and implement efficiency-enhancing initiatives.

• Collaborate with the R&D and Quality Assurance departments to support product development and optimization.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date production records including batch records, inventory logs, and production reports.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, or a similar discipline.

• 5+ years in a manufacturing environment, including experience with production processes, equipment, and materials used in biotech production, specifically with lateral flow assays and other in vitro diagnostic products.

• Lateral Flow Assay experience required.

• Familiarity with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and other regulatory requirements.

• Prior experience in a supervisory or management role, demonstrating the ability to lead a team and manage production operations.

• Experience in maintaining quality control standards and ensuring regulatory compliance in a manufacturing setting.

• Proficiency in using manufacturing software and tools.

• Solid computer knowledge.

• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• Collaborative; works well with others.

• Basic algebraic and mathematical skills.

• Knowledge of FDA QSRs, ISO9001, ISO13485, CLIA, Risk Management, IVDs, CE Mark, IVD Directive, and other related standards.

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.