Catalent · 9 hours ago
Production Manager
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$110K/yr - $120K/yr
10+ years expCatalent, Inc. is a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), and they are seeking a Production Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of the Clinical Production team. This role oversees primary and secondary packaging and labeling activities in support of clinical trials and commercial products, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and driving operational performance.
BiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturingPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Schedule Production, Pre‑Production, and Label Control staff to ensure proper coverage, productivity, and cost‑effective operations
Oversee daily production activities, resolving issues with QA, internal stakeholders, and external clients as needed
Execute and manage the production and packaging schedule, ensuring on‑time starts, deliveries, and adherence to line standards
Adjust departmental plans and resource allocations to address operational challenges and meet business needs
Lead, coach, and develop direct reports through routine 1:1s, performance reviews, and growth-focused feedback
Foster a collaborative team environment and resolve packaging issues in alignment with Quality and cross‑functional partners
Maintain a safe workplace by identifying, investigating, and improving safety concerns and supporting EHS program participation
Ensure training compliance for Production staff, including GMP, HR, and Safety
Lead or support investigations (discrepancies, deviations, complaints), perform root cause analysis, and oversee CAPA activities
Ensure accurate procedures, shift communication, operational metrics, and continuous improvement participation to support safe, compliant, high‑quality outputs
All other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; Engineering discipline preferred
Minimum of five years of people management experience
At least ten years of relevant industry experience required; clinical or pharmaceutical packaging preferred
Demonstrable leadership experience at Catalent (including but not limited to participation in Catalent-sponsored leadership programs such as NGGL, GOLD, LEAD Now, GM Excellence, and GROW) may be considered in place of external experience
Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage performance, resolve team challenges, foster collaboration, and effectively interact with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders; able to present information clearly with excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to plan and independently execute multiple projects under tight or emergent deadlines; demonstrates a bias toward action, drives improvement, and is proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Role requires extensive computer use, writing, phone and in‑person communication, and the ability to work extended shifts or overtime; must accurately perceive speech and perform repetitive keyboarding tasks while sitting, standing, or walking for prolonged periods
Ability to work for extended periods in GMP environments (controlled room temp, refrigerated, and freezer areas), walk production areas as needed, and operate a manual pallet jack; may also be licensed to operate Powered Industrial Truck lifts
Benefits
Awesome employee activities: Movie Day, Monthly Birthday Celebrations, Friday Bagel Breakfast, On-site Fitness Center with machines, on-site yoga classes, Sponsored Sports Teams, and several other company-sponsored events that encourages positive employee comradery, which contributes to effectively building positive employee relationships, overall creating a positive work environment.
Environmentally friendly green initiatives with on-site practices as well as regularly participating in Beach Clean-up activities for community engagement.
Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process. Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives.
Several Employee Resource Groups focusing on Diversity and Inclusion.
Competitive salary with bonus potential. Generous 401K match and Paid Time Off accrual. Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment.
152 hours of PTO + 10 paid holidays.
Positive and fast-paced working environment focusing on continually improving processes to remain innovative and dynamic.
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WellHub program to promote overall physical wellness.
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Company
Catalent
Catalent - Blow-Fill-Seal Sterile CDMO Business is focusing on complex clinical to commercial stage formulation and manufacturing. It is a sub-organization of Catalent Pharma Solutions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-01-06Acquired
Leadership Team
Alessandro Maselli
President & Chief Executive Officer
Charles Lickfold
Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer
Recent News
2026-01-22
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