2nd Shift Production Lead

Avantor
United States, Ohio, Solon
33425 Aurora Road (Show on map)
Oct 13, 2025
The Opportunity: Avantor is looking for a dedicated and quick thinking Production Lead to optimize our 2nd shift team of VWR Chemicals, delivering results against some of the most complex business and technology initiatives. This role will be a full-time position based out of Solon Fountain, OH facility. You will have the opportunity to perform a variety of functions including fabrication, assembly or testing in the production of electrical, mechanical, or other components/devices manufactured in a clean room environment. If you have experience in manufacturing and safety quality, along with handling a large group - let's talk! What we're looking for Education: High school education or equivalent preferred Experience: Manufacturing experience with at least 1+ year in a leadership role How you will thrive and create an impact Act as a contact point between Management and Technicians. Wear and enforce compliance of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE's) and report all near miss and first aid events. Responsible for all production areas across the shift. Coordinate the production effort with the cleanroom technicians. Trains cleanroom technicians on new production protocols. Function as the subject matter expert on assembly related issues or questions. Ability to understand product offerings and advise on recommended assembly process. Works safely within the parameters of and complies with company policies; helps ensure Technicians are following all work procedures. Responsible for building various Single-Use assemblies per work instructions and prints, cleaning and packaging. Responsible for proper cleanroom preparation activities. Operate and maintain production equipment as per SOPs. Participate in continuous improvement processes. Comply with ISO and cGMP regulations. Identify process deviation and take immediate action to mitigate event. Daily organization (6S) and cleanliness of work area to comply with regulatory requirements. Participate in inventory cycle count programs and accurate record results. Participate and work within ISO 9001-2015 quality standards guidelines in all manufacturing areas in accordance with company quality goals. Maintain company product quality standards in accordance with company quality goals. Performs other duties as assigned. Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Why Avantor? Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science. The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor. We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today! EEO Statement: We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.comand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. 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