Supervisor, Compounding

A Brief Overview

The Compounding Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of compounding for new and existing products. This role involves supervising day‑to‑day operations including pre‑weighing, material management, safety protocols, and compliance with regulatory standards such as GMPs and FDA guidelines. The Compounding Supervisor will ensure production schedules are met while maintaining high‑quality standards and safety. Additionally, this position will lead efforts in continuous improvement, staff training, and error prevention to optimize departmental efficiency.

A sense of urgency, attention to detail, and leadership are essential to succeed in this role.

• Ensure all aspects of chemical compounding, pre‑weigh, and material management are executed according to schedule and customer requirements.
• Ensure all documentation is completed per GMPs, SOPs, FDA standards, and customer requirements.
• Optimize compounding processes, procedures, and batching instructions; improve department efficiency and productivity.
• Manage staffing schedules, ensure team members are trained, and oversee adherence to GMPs and business best practices.
• Collaborate with the QA department to investigate batching errors, implement corrective actions, and prevent future errors.
• Promote safety awareness, ensure compliance with safety protocols, and maintain a clean, hazard‑free environment.
• Maintain inventory of equipment, materials, and safety supplies for uninterrupted production.
• Approve time and attendance, manage overtime authorizations, and plan tasks.
• Responsible for continuous improvement activities in compounding department – optimize existing processes, procedures and batching instructions. Evaluate, design, and install process systems that will improve compounding capability and productivity.
• Some duties may vary slightly by location.

• Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred)

• 1‑3 years Leadership experience in cosmetic or personal care setting (Preferred)
• 1‑3 years Experience in compounding, batching, or mixing in a manufacturing environment, particularly in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, or chemicals (Preferred)
• 1‑3 years Proven track record of driving process improvements, optimizing production workflows, and implementing corrective actions to prevent errors (Preferred)
• 1‑3 years Hands‑on experience with safety protocols in handling hazardous materials (Preferred)
• 1‑3 years Experience in inventory control, particularly with chemical raw materials, and managing equipment or supply needs for uninterrupted production (Preferred)

• Understanding of compounding, batching, and material handling procedures, including pre‑weigh, hazardous and non‑hazardous materials, and waste management. (Medium proficiency)
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements such as GMPs, FDA guidelines, and SOPs, specifically related to compounding in a manufacturing environment. (Medium proficiency)
• Familiarity with chemical raw material usage, inventory management, and tracking systems to ensure efficient production. (Low proficiency)
• Understanding of safety practices and OSHA regulations related to hazardous chemicals, waste handling, and compounding operations. (Medium proficiency)
• Ability to manage, motivate, and schedule staff across multiple shifts to ensure smooth production flow and proper staffing. (Medium proficiency)
• Analytical skills for investigating batching errors, troubleshooting, and implementing corrective actions or process improvements. (Medium proficiency)
• Skill in managing time‑sensitive production schedules while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. (Medium proficiency)
• Ability to communicate effectively with QA, production staff, and other departments to ensure smooth operations and resolve issues promptly. (Medium proficiency)
• Ability to maintain accurate record‑keeping and ensure compliance with all documentation requirements related to GMPs and customer specifications. (Medium proficiency)
• Ability to adapt to changing customer demands, optimize processes, and implement continuous improvement strategies in the compounding…