Team Lead - Manufacturing 3rd Shift
New Brunswick, New Jersey
- Full Time
- Level: Entry
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Overview
You’re an energetic and collaborative force behind an innovative global manufacturing process – one that’s bringing high-quality medicines to the world. Together with your team, you’ll push for new approaches, test limits, and find the solution to every challenge. Join a workplace that values your contributions and stands behind your growth and success. When can you start?
Success Profile
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- Collaborative
- Industrious
- Logical
- Problem-solver
- Responsible
- Energetic
Our Culture
We’re team players with curious minds. Self-starters who rise to the task at hand and take pride in our work. We challenge ourselves to find new ways to make a difference in people’s lives and our careers – from training to enrichment to team-bonding activities. This is the Sun Pharma way of life. And we can’t wait for you to be a part of it.
Phani P. Senior Director, Production Operations“Pharmaceutical Manufacturing is the balance of providing accessible drug products and maintaining the highest quality standards. I’m proud to work in a place where my passion for producing the highest quality products is shared by everyone.”
Benefits
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Benefits Programs
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Time Off
Enjoy paid time off and leave-of-absence options.
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Compensation
Earn competitive compensation with incentive programs that reward our shared success.
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Working Conditions
Work confidently in the safe, clean, and regulated work environment that we foster.
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Team Environment
Collaborate in a workplace that’s rooted in our values and encourages cross-team engagement.
Team Lead - Manufacturing 3rd Shift
New Brunswick, New JerseySun Pharma is the world’s fourth largest generics company with presence in Specialty, Generics and Consumer Healthcare products. Supported by more than 40 manufacturing facilities, we provide high-quality medicines, trusted by healthcare professionals and patients, to more than 100 countries across the globe. Over the last two decades, Sun Pharma has established itself as a leading player in the generics market in the U.S., and we are rapidly ramping up our presence in the specialty branded market with a focus on dermatology, ophthalmology and onco-dermatology.
Job Summary:
Are you an experienced pharmaceutical manufacturing professional who enjoys leading by example, mentoring team members, and driving production excellence? We are seeking a 3rd shiftManufacturing Team Lead to support and guide Manufacturing Operators while actively performing production activities in a fast-paced cGMP-regulated environment.
In this hands-on leadership role, you will be responsible for operating critical manufacturing equipment, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards, supporting production objectives, and serving as a key resource for troubleshooting and team development.
Key Responsibilities:
Production Operations
- Operate equipment used throughout the primary manufacturing process, including:
- Glatt Fluid Bed Processors
- Granulation Equipment
- Blending Equipment
- Tablet Compression Equipment
- Coating Systems
- Imprinting Equipment
- Banding Equipment
- Encapsulation Equipment
- Perform machine setup, changeovers, cleaning, and operational adjustments as required.
- Conduct line clearances to ensure readiness for production activities.
- Review Batch Production Records (BPRs) for completeness and accuracy.
- Complete SAP transactions and postings following batch completion.
- Troubleshoot equipment and process issues and make necessary adjustments to maintain production specifications and maximize efficiency.
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to established quality standards throughout the manufacturing process.
- Complete manufacturing documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
- Maintain strict compliance with cGMP requirements, SOPs, and company policies.
- Promote safe work practices and ensure proper operation of equipment in accordance with OSHA regulations and equipment manuals.
Leadership & Team Development
- Train, coach, and support Manufacturing Operators to ensure successful execution of production activities.
- Serve as a technical resource and subject matter expert for production processes and equipment.
- Encourage teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement within the department.
- Provide leadership support and assume supervisory responsibilities when supervisors are unavailable.
Qualifications:
Required
- High School Diploma, Trade School Diploma, Vocational School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Forklift certification or certification to operate related material-handling equipment.
- Minimum five (5) years of manufacturing or production experience within a primary pharmaceutical manufacturing process environment.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
- Solid knowledge of cGMP regulations and pharmaceutical manufacturing requirements.
- Working knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations and procedures.
- Strong computer proficiency, including:
- Microsoft Office Suite
- SAP
- Excellent mathematical aptitude and attention to detail.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic English proficiency (CEFR A2 or equivalent).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Prior experience mentoring, training, or leading manufacturing teams.
- Experience with batch record review, equipment setup, and process optimization initiatives.
Work Environment:
This position operates in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to:
- Manufacturing and production equipment
- Elevated noise levels
- Dust, fumes, odors, and industrial gases
- Moving mechanical equipment
- Chemical processing environments
- Production-related hazards requiring strict adherence to safety procedures and PPE requirements
Physical Requirements:
- Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, and reach throughout the shift.
- Frequent use of hands for operating equipment and handling materials.
- Ability to lift, move, and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work throughout manufacturing, warehouse, and production areas.
- Must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators, safety glasses/goggles, and safety shoes.
Travel:
- No travel required (0% travel).
Why Join Us?
Join a team dedicated to producing high-quality pharmaceutical products in a collaborative and safety-focused environment. As a Manufacturing Team Lead, you will have the opportunity to utilize your technical expertise, mentor team members, and play a critical role in ensuring manufacturing operations run efficiently, safely, and compliantly.
Apply today and take the next step in your pharmaceutical manufacturing leadership career.
The presently-anticipated base compensation pay range for this position is $34.00/hr to $42.55/hr Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience. In addition, this position is part of the Annual Performance Bonus Plan, and may be eligible for the Long Term Incentive Plan. Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; and the employee assistance program. Employees also receive various paid time off benefits, including vacation time and sick time.
The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company, or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of the incumbent(s).
We provide equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, military or veteran status, generic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.
Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives:
Sun Pharmaceuticals (Sun) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Sun employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Sun. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral.
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