Job Title: Production Supervisor
Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Production Supervisor to join our team in a state-of-the-art, temperature-controlled manufacturing facility. Our company specializes in high-quality industrial, pharmaceutical, and food & beverage solutions. This role requires a people-focused leader with a self-starter mentality, an entrepreneurial mindset, and the ability to effectively supervise 10-15 direct reports. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing leadership experience, deep knowledge of quality systems, and a solid understanding of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles.
Responsibilities
Lead daily manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, and productivity targets.
Plan labor, assign work, and monitor shift progress to ensure on-time production.
Maintain full compliance with GMPs, SOPs, and relevant regulatory requirements.
Supervise, coach, and develop a team of 10-15 production employees.
Build a positive, accountable, and performance-driven team culture.
Support onboarding, skills training, and cross-training initiatives.
Demonstrate a proactive approach to solving problems and improving processes.
Leverage an entrepreneurial mindset to anticipate needs, streamline operations, and enhance workflows.
Lead by example and foster strong engagement with direct reports.
Ensure all products meet rigorous industrial, pharmaceutical, and food & beverage quality standards.
Collaborate closely with the Quality team to resolve non-conformances and drive root-cause analysis.
Uphold compliance with cGMP, HACCP, FDA guidelines, and internal quality expectations.
Apply continuous improvement methodologies to boost efficiency, reduce waste, and strengthen process reliability.
Support and participate in lean manufacturing initiatives, events, and standard work development.
Utilize quality and performance data to identify improvement opportunities and implement sustainable solutions.
Promote a proactive safety culture in a clean, climate-controlled environment.
Conduct routine safety checks and ensure OSHA and company safety standards are met.
Work with maintenance to address equipment or facility issues quickly.
Maintain accurate production records, shift reports, and KPI documentation.
Communicate clearly with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain.
Participate in planning meetings and contribute to operational strategy discussions.
Essential Skills
3+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment (industrial, pharma, or food/bev preferred).
Proven experience supervising 10-15 direct reports.
Strong people-leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
Knowledge of continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and quality systems is required.
Self-starter with an entrepreneurial, solutions-oriented mindset.
Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, FDA, or other regulated manufacturing standards.
Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Open to working flexible hours or weekends as needed.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Lean manufacturing
Continuous improvement
Production supervision
Safety
Process improvement
Six sigma
Pharmaceutical
Work Environment
The cleanroom work environment is a highly controlled, sterile, and temperature-regulated space designed to protect products from contamination, where employees follow strict gowning procedures such as wearing hairnets, gloves, and full cleanroom garments-and adhere to precise hygiene and documentation standards. The environment is quiet, organized, and technology-driven, with advanced equipment, bright lighting, and ergonomic layouts that support accuracy and consistency. Work is structured and predictable, emphasizing compliance with SOPs, quality checks, and safety protocols, while still fostering strong teamwork and cross-department collaboration.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Bear, DE.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $85000.00/yr.
COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH COVERAGE
96% employer-funded medical insurance.
Inclusive medical, dental & vision plans.
Prescription drug benefits with 90-day refill options.
WELL-BEING, SAFETY & SUPPORT
Clean, climate-controlled, and well-maintained facility.
On-site fitness center available to employees.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support.
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.
CAREER GROWTH & GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES
Opportunities for advancement throughout a worldwide organization.
Leadership development and technical skill-building programs.
CULTURE OF TEAMWORK & PURPOSE
Collaborative workplace with cross-department engagement.
Meaningful work contributing to life-saving healthcare products.
STRONG FINANCIAL & RETIREMENT BENEFITS
5% company match on 401(k) contributions.
Immediate vesting on employee contributions; structured vesting schedule for company match.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Bear,DE.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 30, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
