Supervisor, Manufacturing

By joining Bio-Techne, you’ll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.

Pay Range:

Position Summary: 

The Manufacturing Supervisor leads daily operations in a GMP-regulated production environment, supporting the filling, capping, labeling, and inspection of antibodies, proteins, enzymes, and kit components. This role ensures compliance with quality systems while driving safety, efficiency, and on-time delivery. The supervisor oversees team performance, supports technical troubleshooting, and partners cross-functionally to optimize production processes.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Supervise and develop production staff to meet safety, quality, and throughput targets

• Ensure adherence to SOPs, GMP/GDP standards, ISO requirements, and documentation practices

• Oversee product processing, including vial/bottle preparation, aseptic filling (pipetting), capping, labeling, and visual inspection

• Operate and troubleshoot production equipment (e.g., automated vial torquing and labeling systems)

• Support laminar flow hood operations and cleanroom gowning procedures

• Perform or verify production calculations (e.g., volume, concentration, yield)

• Maintain accurate batch records, inventory transactions, and ERP system data

• Coordinate priorities with Planning, Quality, Engineering, and Materials teams

• Investigate deviations, support CAPA activities, and resolve non-conformances

• Maintain training programs, skills matrices, and cross-training initiatives

• Monitor and report on production metrics (safety, quality, delivery, efficiency)

• Participate in continuous improvement efforts (Lean, waste reduction, process optimization)

• Support new product introductions, process transfers, and lyophilization activities

• Approve timecards and manage staffing to meet production demands

• Perform additional duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Engineering or equivalent experience

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience in a regulated environment (GMP/ISO preferred)

• Demonstrated leadership capacity required; previous supervisory experience preferred

• Working knowledge of manufacturing regulatory compliance requirements

• Formal continuous improvement training and experience desirable (Lean/ Six Sigma)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of GMP, GDP, and ISO quality systems

• Experience with aseptic technique, pipetting, and cleanroom operations

• Familiarity with laboratory and production equipment, including automated filling, torquing, or labeling systems

• Ability to perform and verify calculations related to concentrations, dilutions, and volumes

• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills

• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel

• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy

• Ability to lead, coach, and communicate effectively in a team environment

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production setting

Working Conditions:

• Work performed in a laboratory and production environment with exposure to chemicals, reagents, and standard lab equipment.

• Minimal or no travel required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and handle materials weighing 5–50 lbs.

• Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive laboratory tasks for extended periods.

• Manual dexterity required for laboratory equipment and fine measurement techniques.

Why Join Bio-Techne:

• We offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
• We invest in our employees’ financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
• We empower our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.
• We offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging. 
• We offer an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
• We foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.

Bio-Techne is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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