Production Lab Tech Lead

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.  

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. 

Your Role

Under moderate supervision and direction, the Production Lab Tech Lead completes and advises team members on tasks related to all production processes—including performing standard and new operating procedures, conducting area clearance tasks while maintaining separation of product, and collecting and recording data on documents and batch records where required. These responsibilities span filling, packaging, and labeling, which are performed independently with a high level of attention to detail and in accordance with GMP regulations. The Production Lab Tech Lead serves as a leader and Subject Matter Expert (SME) in their production area and is the go-to person for troubleshooting and problem solving across all Production work areas and tasks. Daily activities may also involve troubleshooting in SAP, supporting Dev/CAPA investigations, and maintaining lab cleanliness and safety. The lead must comply with cGMP, FDA, OSHA, EPA, and Quality System regulations, and report any deviations to management. Additional duties include participating in failure investigations, attending meetings, composing professional emails, and presenting DMS Boards. The role follows site-specific standards such as MDSAP, ISO 13485, IVDR, and the site Quality Manual. Strong communication, customer service, and professionalism are essential. Specific responsibilities include:

• Support production associates to ensure optimum efficiency of the production team
• Train the team on your area of production and support training efforts in other areas
• Contribute to and support achievement of department KPIs
• Utilize computer hardware and software for data entry and record keeping where required
• Ensure compliance with all Quality and Regulatory specifications
• Support process improvement through identification and reporting of areas needing improvement and assisting in improvement projects
• Effectively utilize Quality Management Systems (QMS) and other applicable databases
• Familiarity with and proper use of safety equipment and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED and 1+ years of experience within a production or manufacturing environment 

          OR

• Bachelor’s degree in any Life Science discipline

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of SAP, SAP NEXT, or other ERP systems 
• Knowledge of GMP facility, FDA QSRs, and ISO 13485
• Experience in an FDA regulated biotechnology or pharmaceutical environment
• Learn, understand, and carry out safe laboratory practices
• Proficiency with Quality Management Systems (QMS) 
• Knowledge of the metric systems
• Communicate effectively with all levels within the organization and with outside contacts

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!