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Production Manager - Finishing/SPS


Company : Catalent Pharma Solutions


Location : Windsor, Ontario


Created : 2025-11-06


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Production Manager - Finishing/SPS Position Summary Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch and full lifecycle supply. With timetested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies and multimodality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of lifeenhancing and lifesaving treatments for patients annually. This position is located in Windsor, Ontario, one of two sites in Canada offering softgel development and manufacturing capabilities for the Pharmaceutical and Consumer Health industries. We have a broad range of integrated formulation, manufacturing, analytical and packaging services to offer fullservice turnkey solutions. Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Production Manager Finishing/SPS position is accountable for the efficient running of manufacturing operations within Finishing and the Specialty Product Suite (SPS) to meet or exceed objectives related to regulatory compliance, customer requirements, quality and organizational goals. Shifts: Regular working hours: 8:00AM 4:30PM or 8:30AM 5:00PM with a 30minute unpaid lunch. This position is 100% onsite at the Windsor site. Catalent is committed to a Patient First culture through excellence in quality and compliance, and to the safety of every patient, consumer and Catalent employee. The Role Lead production operations to meet safety, quality, delivery (OTIF) and cost targets. Provide leadership and performance management for direct reports and hourly staff. Build strong crossfunctional partnerships across departments and with union representatives. Oversee production budgeting, manpower planning and take corrective actions as needed. Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory standards, GMP and health & safety requirements. Drive continuous improvement and maintain a state of audit readiness; act as site lead in the absence of the Director of Operations and be available for extended hours, weekends when required. Support new product launches and lead manufacturing investigations with timely corrective actions. Perform other duties as assigned. The Candidate High School Diploma, GED/CAEC and/or educational credential assessment (ECA) is required; bachelors degree in Life Sciences (Chemistry, Biology) or related field is preferred. 3+ years of experience supervising a team in a manufacturing environment, ensuring safety, quality and productivity. Candidates should have strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills to manage a diverse workforce and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Experience working in a manufacturing, pharmaceutical and/or GMP facility is an asset. Demonstrable leadership experience at Catalent (including participation in Catalentsponsored leadership programs such as NGGL, GOLD, LEAD Now, GM Excellence and GROW) may be considered in place of external experience. Catalent does not participate in the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). NonCanadian credentials must be evaluated for Canadian equivalency as determined by the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada (ACESC) such as WES. Significant career experience with an established pharmaceutical manufacturer or contract manufacturing organization. Technical or managerial experience in manufacturing along with excellent management, negotiating and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to lead a team and achieve results and the ability to prioritize and focus the team on appropriate tasks. Experience in budgeting and proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines; knowledge of automation systems an asset. The employees role frequently involves sitting and utilizing hands and fingers for tasks such as handling, feeling and keyboard manipulation, necessitating manual dexterity. Occasionally, the position requires standing, walking, reaching, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, alongside close vision capabilities and potential exposure to chemicals. Why You Should Join Catalent Comprehensive Benefit Package (Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance) Group Retirement Savings Registered Pension Plan (RPP) with employer contributions. Employee Reward & Recognition programs. Opportunities for professional and personal development & growth including tuition reimbursement. Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 lifesaving and lifeenhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference. Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by local law. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email to and confirm your request for an accommodation, including the job number, title and location. #J-18808-Ljbffr