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Our commitment to uncompromising focus on quality, compliance, safety, and excellence in delivery shapes everything we do. We are not just looking for skills; we are seeking innovative individuals who have a mindset open to learning and growth, and a desire to make a difference. Every role at Veranova plays a part in delivering an exceptional customer experience through ownership and integrity.\nVeranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.\nJoin us on our mission to enable current and next-generation therapeutics to improve and save the lives of patients.\nDay Shift: 6AM-6PM (2,2,3 rotation)\nNight Shift: 6PM-6AM (2,2,3 rotation)\nRole Overview:\nThe Production Lead is responsible for operating production equipment, completing associated documentation, and directing production technicians on shift on the same duties. The production lead is also responsible for ensuring that the shift meets all safety, compliance, and performance goals while meeting production schedules. The position will coordinate with other departments such as QA, QC, Purchasing, Maintenance, and Material Control to ensure all support activities are completed in a manner that all performance goals and production schedules are met. The Production Lead will serve as the acting Production Supervisor in the absence of the Production Supervisor.\nCore Responsibilities:\nPromote a positive, professional, and safe work environment by demonstrating integrity and a strong work ethic; ensure team members understand performance expectations and have the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to perform their duties.\nProvide timely positive and constructive feedback; train staff on production activities, organize daily work to accommodate training, assist the Production Supervisor with tracking completion, and communicate employee relations and performance management matters.\nEffectively utilize staff, materials, and equipment to safely produce quality products at optimal productivity; maintain appropriate supply inventory and identify and communicate opportunities to improve efficiency, increase productivity, and reduce costs.\nEnsure work, facility and pharmaceutical systems documentation, controlled substances, and waste-handling activities comply with Company SOPs, FDA cGMPs, DEA requirements, and applicable safety, health, environmental, state, and federal regulations.\nMaintain accurate operational documentation and reports, including shift handover reports, material usage reports, deviations, and safety investigations; promptly report incidents, complete investigations as necessary, and escalate issues regarding goals versus results.\nFacilitate problem resolution through strong working relationships with Analytical/QC, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, and Material Control; coordinate with QC Testing regarding the timing and prioritization of in-process sample requirements.\nEnsure production and support equipment is in proper operating condition and appropriately labeled with current status tags; collaborate with Maintenance and maintain housekeeping and 5S standards appropriate for a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.\nParticipate as an active member of the Emergency Response Team and complete required training and related activities; perform Production Technician duties as needed to support production schedules.\nQualifications:\nAA/BA or equivalent with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a STEM field; or a high school diploma and/or Pharmaceutical Certification or equivalent with 7-10 years of experience.\nExperience working in a production Kilo-Lab and/or Plant; prior basic production laboratory skills are desirable.\nGood mechanical aptitude and the ability to provide technical guidance, including demonstrated leadership skills to direct a work group.\nDemonstrated attention to detail, problem-solving and multitasking skills, good judgment, and the ability to make decisions with guidance from senior team members or a supervisor.\nGood written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to read, analyze, and interpret English-language materials; write clearly and neatly; and communicate effectively with peers and managers.\nAbility to work independently and in a team environment, with a good understanding of Microsoft Office; a solid understanding of GMP and FDA regulations is desirable.\nMust be able to work rotating shifts. While performing the duties of this job, it is required to stand, walk, and use hands to operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands or arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch when necessary for job activity.\nAble to lift 50 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds using available material-handling equipment.\nSalary Range:\nThe salary range for this role is $90,000-$100,000 annually. This range represents a good-faith estimate of the compensation we expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. In exceptional cases, compensation may exceed the stated range.\nAll full-time employees are eligible to participate in our annual incentive bonus program. Bonus targets vary by career level and are based on individual and company performance.\nOur Commitment:\nHealth & Wellness: Comprehensive health & wellness benefits. Access to mental health resources and wellness programs. Generous PTO and holiday pay policies. \nFinancial Wellness: Veranova is committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. This includes a competitive base salary, eligibility for performance-based bonuses, and an attractive 401(k) Plan with company match. Salary ranges reflect the scope and expectations of the role, and are based on market data, internal equity, and role-specific factors. Final compensation may vary depending on experience, skills, education, and business needs.\nProfessional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning through LinkedIn Learning, workshops, conferences, and mentorship. Tuition Assistance for Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs.\nInclusive Culture: At Veranova, an inclusive culture is integral to our values. We welcome people with diverse experiences and perspectives who share our mission to improve and save lives. Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. Veterans, first responders, and those transitioning from military to civilian life bring valuable skills that strengthen our team.\nAdditional Information:\nApplicants for this role must be authorized to work in the United States without further employer sponsorship.\nAgency and Search Firm Representatives: Veranova does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting.\nFor applicants who may require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email to  in order to confirm your request for an accommodation. Please include the job number, title, and location of role. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Veranova employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.\nAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.\nVeranova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Veranova to provide equal employment access and opportunity to all persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.\nAll applications are carefully considered, and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Veranova for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise. 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