Production Team Lead (Upstream) - Torrance

PolyPeptide is seeking a Production Team Lead to oversee daily manufacturing operations and provide hands-on leadership in a GMP environment, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant production while supporting team development and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing
• Prior leadership or lead operator experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of cGMP and regulated production environments
• Experience with Microsoft Office and manufacturing systems (ERP a plus)
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a controlled environment with PPE and gowning requirements