Supervisor, Packaging - 3rd Shift

3rd Shift Packaging Supervisor

Tampa, FL (On-site)

Lonza Tampa is seeking a 3rd Packaging Supervisor to lead daily operations within the packaging department, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient production. This role offers the opportunity to influence manufacturing excellence and mentor a growing team.

What you will get

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• The opportunity to shape processes and support the development of a high‑performing manufacturing team.

What you will do

• Lead, coach, and direct packaging team members to ensure alignment with procedures, processes, and cGMP expectations.
• Manage day‑to‑day operations and maintenance of the packaging facility to uphold production efficiency.
• Review production schedules and collaborate with the Master Scheduler to support accurate documentation and timely issue resolution.
• Conduct and close quality event investigations, ensuring strong compliance and documentation practices.
• Hire, mentor, and develop employees to build a skilled, engaged packaging team.
• Deliver hands‑on technical and cGMP training directly on the shop floor.
• Coordinate indirect material purchases and manage overtime to meet operational needs.

What we are looking for

• Experience in a cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing environment (minimum 6 years, preferably with oral solid dosage).
• Proven leadership capabilities with experience supervising or directing teams.
• Strong understanding of good manufacturing practices and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and documentation abilities.
• High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional partners such as QA, Project Management, and operations teams.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.