Supervisor, Weigh & Kitting
Lonza
Summary
Within the Vacaville Supply Chain organization, the Supervisor for Weigh and Kitting manages a shift of direct reports who are responsible for executing weigh/kitting operations in support of Lonza Vacaville manufacturing operations. The Supervisor will ensure that the team is trained, capable and meets current and future customer demand in a safe, high quality, compliant, reliable and cost-effective manner. The leader will promote values and leadership commitments within the group and will develop their direct reports to achieve the same.
Job description
What you will do
- Foster an engaging, safe, and high-performing work environment for Weigh and Kitting staff while meeting delivery, compliance, and cost targets.
- Lead, coach, develop, and mentor direct reports, including the execution of effective workforce planning to support operational demands.
- Oversee the creation, maintenance, and effectiveness of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure a high level of process quality.
- Supervise the generation of process GMP documentation and maintain the work area in strict compliance with GMP standards.
- Direct the execution of GMP material handling and kitting business processes to consistently meet agreed-upon service levels.
- Lead and participate in departmental, site, regional, and global audits, inspections, and cross-functional teams as the operational representative.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and align departmental decisions with broader site and global goals.
What we look for
- Bachelor’s Degree in Life/physical Sciences, Engineering, Supply Chain or other relevant field preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a cGMP, regulated, aseptic, or bioprocessing environment, including at least 1 year of direct employee management experience.
- Thorough understanding of large-scale cGMP warehouse and manufacturing environments, material management, and kitting operations.
- Practical experience utilizing SAP and supply chain or logistics processes.
- Proven ability in goal setting, driving results, staff development, and sound, collaborative decision-making.
- Strong problem-solving skills, training aptitude, and systems expertise.
- Strong communication, leadership, and cross-functional team-building capabilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Life/physical Sciences, Engineering, Supply Chain or other relevant field preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a cGMP, regulated, aseptic, or bioprocessing environment, including at least 1 year of direct employee management experience.
- Thorough understanding of large-scale cGMP warehouse and manufacturing environments, material management, and kitting operations.
- Practical experience utilizing SAP and supply chain or logistics processes.
- Proven ability in goal setting, driving results, staff development, and sound, collaborative decision-making.
- Strong problem-solving skills, training aptitude, and systems expertise.
- Strong communication, leadership, and cross-functional team-building capabilities.
Benefits
- Performance-related bonus
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401(k) Matching
- Life Insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Paid Time Off
Company overview
Lonza is a pioneering global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) and a world leader in pharmaceutical manufacturing services. Founded in 1897 in Switzerland, the company has evolved into the first and original CDMO, now operating as one of the largest Western CDMO networks with approximately 19,000 employees across more than 30 sites spanning five continents. Lonza specializes in transforming therapeutic discoveries into life-saving and life-enhancing treatments for patients worldwide. The company's comprehensive services span from early development to drug substance and drug product manufacturing, covering established and emerging technologies including mammalian biologics, small molecules, highly potent APIs, bioconjugates, mRNA, microbial products, and cell and gene therapies. With a focus on cutting-edge science, smart technology, and lean manufacturing, Lonza serves a diverse customer base ranging from emerging biotechs to global pharmaceutical companies, delivering integrated solutions throughout the entire treatment lifecycle.