Team Lead Microcarriers - Ann Arbor, MI

Grow with Us - Your Responsibilities

• As a Team Lead you can work independently with little supervision and are highly trained and proficient in company manufacturing protocols. You will function as a primary trainer for those with less experience.

• Plan and execute production in accordance with strict ISO procedures and work instructions.

• Coordinate with other departments to ensure equipment up time material supply quality control testing and timely completion of production.

• Ensures the team meets production schedules and deadlines.

• Trains new team members and ensures that all team members stay current and maintain their relevant training.

• Conducts regular team meetings to communicate targets strategies and company information.

• Identifies areas for improvement and initiates projects aimed at improving safety quality and productivity.

• Operates equipment associated with product processes following all relevant safety guidelines.

• Assists with inventory control functions equipment maintenance and calibration records.

• Responsible for cleaning and validation of equipment and vessels used in various manufacturing procedures.

• Records and completes production batch records and other ISO documentation according to approved procedures.

• Monitors processes records interprets results and provides feedback or suggestions for improving work instructions product processes or ergonomics.

• Complies with all corporate policies such as record retention procedures related to safety/health ISO and accountable for good housekeeping in all manufacturing areas.

• Complies with standard and special clean room procedures and guidelines as required.

• Complies with biohazard and chemical safety standards through proper handling of potentially hazardous chemicals in the manufacturing labs.

• Assist other team members and management in matters so designated.

What Will Convince Us

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Management Engineering or a related field is preferred. Or High School Diploma or equivalent plus 5 years of relevant work experience in a production floor.

• Relevant training and experience in Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing can be advantageous.

• Extensive experience in a manufacturing environment ideally with at least 2-3 years in a lead role.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes equipment and quality systems.

• Excellent communication leadership and decision-making skills.

• Experience in GMP ISO and clean room manufacturing is highly desirable.

• Demonstrated commitment to promoting a culture of safety and quality.

• Strong time management and mechanical Aptitude

• Proven verbal and written communication skills

• Working knowledge of MS Office

• You identify with our core values: Sustainability Openness Enjoyment.

What We Offer

As a growing global life science company with our stock listed on the German DAX and TecDAX Sartorius offers a wide range of benefits:
Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring leadership programs internal seminar offerings
Worklife Balance: Paid vacation sick time corporate holidays and community service day; as well as flexible work schedules
Making an Impact Right from the Start: Comprehensive onboarding including a virtual online platform
Welcoming Culture: Mutual support team spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics such as Coaching Agile Working and a Businesswomens Network
Health & Well Being: Wide selection of health and well-being support such as a variety of medical plans to choose from dental vision EAP and other wellness programs.
Intelligent Working Environment: Working in smart buildings with the latest technology and equipment.

Retirement Savings Plan: 401k (with generous company match)
Flexible Spending: HSA FSA (dependent care & healthcare spending) Transportation Commuter Account
Company Paid Benefits: Basic Life Insurance AD&D EAP Family Planning & Womens Health Health Advocate
Additional/Optional: Supplemental Life Insurance (employee spouse & dependents) Legal Services LTD & STD Critical Illness Insurance Student Loan Tuition Refinance Service

Sartorius is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age protected veteran status or disability or based on status in any other protected group of class.

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Sartorius is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age protected veteran status or disability or based on status in any other protected group of class.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by e-mail at

About Sartorius

Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer dementia and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide.

We look for ambitious team players and creative minds who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment.

Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.