Job Description
Job DescriptionOverview: TekWissen Group is a workforce management provider throughout the USA and many other countries worldwide. The job opportunity is for one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. Our client is dedicated to supplying laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies, and services essential in healthcare, scientific research, safety, and education. As the global leader in serving the field of science, our client boasts an annual revenue of around $40 billion with a mission to empower customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Our client's global team is committed to delivering an unparalleled blend of cutting-edge technologies, convenient procurement options, and pharmaceutical services under their industry-leading brands. Position: Manufacturing Lead Location: Ward Hill, MA, 01835 Duration: 12 Months Job Type: Temporary Assignment Work Type: Onsite Shift Timings: Monday to Friday - 1st Shift
Summary The Team Leader, Manufacturing (Repacking Department) will supervise daily operations at the Ward Hill, MA site (Laboratory Chemicals Division). This role is responsible for ensuring safe operations, maintaining quality compliance, and managing production schedules. The ideal candidate will bring proven Lean and Continuous Improvement experience, strong people leadership skills, and a track record of implementing operational improvements. This position offers the opportunity to lead meaningful work with global impact. Roles & Responsibilities Operational Leadership
- Supervise daily functions of the chemical repacking department and ensure timely completion of production plans to meet customer requirements and business targets.
- Drive performance metrics in safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
- Collaborate with planning, warehouse, and quality teams to resolve obstacles and address critical issues.
Safety & Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with EHS policies and procedures.
- Perform daily safety checks, identify risks, and foster a safety-first culture.
- Conduct incident investigations and corrective actions.
Quality & Investigations
- Partner with Quality teams to manage investigations and root cause analyses for non-conformances.
- Ensure adherence to SOPs and regulatory requirements.
- Drive corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurring issues.
Employee Management
- Lead and support the repack team by setting clear expectations, objectives, and performance benchmarks.
- Build a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Support talent development through cross-training, mentoring, and skill-building initiatives.
Continuous Improvement & Change Leadership
- Apply Lean tools (5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, Kaizen, etc.) to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
- Lead problem-solving workshops and empower the team to implement solutions.
- Act as a change leader, challenging the status quo and driving adoption of best practices.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or supply chain.
- Proven employee management experience (team leadership strongly preferred).
- Strong communication and people leadership skills with ability to motivate and engage teams.
- Hands-on experience in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement (Green Belt certification preferred).
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
- Demonstrated ability to ensure safety, maintain quality standards, and manage production processes.
- Ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Safety-First Mentality – unwavering commitment to safe operations.
- Quality-Focused – strong attention to detail and regulatory compliance.
- Change Leadership – ability to influence, challenge norms, and drive solutions.
- People Leadership – clear communication, coaching, and team development.
- Goal-Oriented – ability to meet objectives and drive results.
TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.
TekWissen is an emerging global human capital, recruitment and IT services organization. Operating since 2009, we draw upon more than a decade of staffing experience to deliver critical talent acquisition solutions and IT engagements for our clients. We’re founded on a culture that is passionate about delivering tailored solutions, that create lasting partnerships.
Our global footprint covers six countries: United States, Canada, Australia, India, United Kingdom and the Philippines. This allows us to work in close partnership with organizations and manage everything from global talent needs with demanding resourcing strategies, to single sites with lower recruitment volumes.
TekWissen® is an equal opportunity employer supporting workplace diversity.