Supervisor, Manufacturing

Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions

Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

LOCATION: This is a fully onsite position based at our Madison, WI site. Unfortunately, relocation assistance is NOT provided.  

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future. 
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screen. 

DESCRIPTION:
Join our collaborative team as an Operations Supervisor at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where you'll guide and support teams to achieve excellence in manufacturing and operations. You'll supervise production activities, ensure quality standards, and implement continuous improvement while maintaining strict compliance with regulatory requirements. This role combines effective leadership with operational management to deliver high-quality products that support our mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

You'll provide supportive leadership to ensure operational excellence, maintain safety and quality standards, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include managing daily production operations, developing team members, ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing processes, and collaborating across functions to achieve business objectives.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Advanced Degree plus 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of experience in manufacturing operations
• Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Science, Business, or related technical field
• 2+ years of supervisory or leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of GMP, FDA regulations, and quality management systems
• Demonstrated experience in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
• Effective leadership and team development skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work in various environmental conditions including clean rooms, warehouses, and manufacturing areas
• Physical requirements include standing/walking for extended periods, lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Experience in pharmaceutical, medical device, or regulated manufacturing environment preferred
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability in operational excellence and process improvements
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, or on-call schedules as required
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across functions