Directs and coordinates the packaging and or cartooning operation in accordance with Noven Pharmaceuticals Inc. SOPs and cGMP standards. The Lead Manufacturing Operator will set up, operate and change over packaging and or cartooning production equipment on the shift to which they are assigned. An LMO will assure that quality and documentation standards are maintained to ensure product compliance.

Responsible for the support of manufacturing processes, instrumentation and equipment from manufacturing values stream and equipment maintenance. Integral part of the value stream team accountable for delivery of improvements in the areas of safety, quality, service and cost per the team goals and metrics. Provides expertise in engineering, design, process and/or scale-up. Assists manufacturing operation in problem solving with regards to materials, components, equipment and systems.  Develops and recommends new process solutions and technologies to achieve cost effectiveness and improved product quality.  Recommends process improvements to all products manufacturing areas, using tankage, piping, coating /oven systems, laminating dies, pouching machines,...