Supervisor, Manufacturing Sciences & Technology
Position Summary
100% based on-site in Kansas City
Work Schedule: M-F during regular business hours
Catalent’s Kansas City (KCM) facility is a premier site for integrated drug development, manufacturing, and clinical supply services, supporting a wide range of pharmaceutical and biotech products. With cutting-edge technologies and a collaborative work environment, it offers exciting opportunities for professionals across all functions—from science and engineering to operations and logistics.
The Kansas City Clinical Development & Supply Floor Manufacturing Sciences and Technology Supervisor will develop and lead a group, including the transfer between external clients and Manufacturing. The supervisor is responsible for leading the team of strong engineers, scientists, or qualified person to be technology transfer process owner to deliver excellent services to internal and external customers.
The Role
Strategic client facing leader of the MS&T team on the behalf of the organization.
Works cross functionally with project managers, manufacturing, label design and control, quality assurance, quality control, supply chain, and facilities departments to effectively transfer and maintain processes in the facility.
Participates and leads commercial manufacturing transition and support for process development.
Enhance productivity by exploring, analyzing, facilitating, and leveraging efficiency initiatives for packaging processes through The Catalent Way.
Ensure that changes to existing processes or the introduction of new processes are carried out and documented according to approved change control procedures and in compliance with cGMP requirements.
Bridge the focus areas of Project Management, Operations, Quality, EHS, Supply Chain and Engineering to create common understanding and objectives and ensure robust products and flawless packaging.
Leads the compilation of process data, including communicating project status, and delivering internal and client presentations.
Collects and trend process data for external (Clients) and internal review to ensure process consistency.
Provides business case for process improvement projects.
Other duties assigned
The Candidate
Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Chemical or Pharmaceutical Engineering, or related field, OR a HS Diploma/GED and 4+ years of relevant experience required.
Experience with Upstream and Downstream processes of cGMP clinical packaging.
Project management experience/skills required including method transfers, and risk assessment.
Knowledge of regulatory, validation and documentation requirements for product development, commercial production, and site transfers.
Experience in investigating and closing out deviations, OOS, CAPAs, and change controls.
Experience working on late phase and commercial programs is a plus.
Knowledge of thermoforming/cold-forming equipment is required.
A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Visio) and TOPS Pro (Total Optimization Packaging System) or similar software program
Ability to learn and use software packages (e.g. TrackWise®, ComplianceWire®).
Demonstrated strong working knowledge of Tech Transfer (Internal and External).
Understanding and application of Risk Assessment tools (Hazard Analysis, FMEA, etc.).
Why you should join Catalent
Career growth with a clear path and regular performance reviews
Day-one benefits: medical, dental, vision
401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, and wellness perks
Paid time off: 152 hours + 8 holidays
Inclusive culture with Employee Resource Groups and community initiatives
Discounts from 900+ merchants via Perkspot
A mission-driven workplace where your work helps save lives
Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.
personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.
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Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Chemical or Pharmaceutical Engineering, or related field
- 4+ years of relevant experience with a HS Diploma/GED
- Experience with Upstream and Downstream processes of cGMP clinical packaging
- Project management experience/skills including method transfers, and risk assessment
- Knowledge of regulatory, validation and documentation requirements for product development, commercial production, and site transfers
- Experience investigating and closing out deviations, OOS, CAPAs, and change controls
- Knowledge of thermoforming/cold-forming equipment
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and TOPS Pro or similar software
- Ability to learn and use software packages
- Demonstrated strong working knowledge of Tech Transfer
- Understanding and application of Risk Assessment tools
Catalent, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Catalent, Inc. and has not been reviewed or approved by Catalent, Inc..
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is commonly described as roughly 152 hours per year plus about eight paid holidays for U.S. roles. Eligibility and exact counts vary by location, but the allotment is positioned as competitive.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a company match (often described as dollar‑for‑dollar up to 6%) is part of the package. The match level is commonly referenced as a meaningful component of total rewards.
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Inclusive Benefits Coverage — Medical, dental, vision, life/disability, HSA/FSA, EAP, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, commuter and dependent‑care benefits, and wellness programs are offered. Some roles indicate benefits eligibility begins on the first day for direct hires.
Catalent, Inc. Insights
What We Do
Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually. For more information, visit www.catalent.com.
