Overview
Production Manager – Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Location: Merseyside
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Production Manager to join a pharmaceutical manufacturing team in Merseyside. This is an excellent opportunity for an established production lead—or an ambitious Team Leader/Supervisor looking for the next step up—to take on a broader leadership role within a high‑performing GMP environment.
As Production Manager, you will lead and develop a dedicated production team, ensure smooth day‑to‑day manufacturing operations, and play a key role in the site’s quality and compliance activities. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams, supporting technical troubleshooting and ensuring all production activities meet the highest GMP standards.
Responsibilities
* Provide daily leadership and line management to the production team, including coaching, performance management, and supporting staff development.
* Oversee and coordinate manufacturing activities to ensure safety, quality, and productivity targets are met.
* Lead and support technical troubleshooting, working closely with engineering, QA, and technical teams to resolve production issues.
* Manage and contribute to deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and other GMP documentation.
* Drive continuous improvement across processes, workflow, and operational efficiency.
* Ensure adherence to GMP, HSE policies, and company procedures at all times.
* Support planning, scheduling, and resource allocation for production activities.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* Pharmaceutical manufacturing experience (required).
* Strong understanding of GMP and regulatory compliance.
* Previous supervisory or team leadership experience—this could be as a Team Leader, Supervisor, or someone ready to step up into a management role.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships across teams.
* Experience leading CAPAs or managing change control processes.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunities for growth and development in a well‑established pharmaceutical organisation.
* A supportive and collaborative team culture.
* The chance to make a real impact on the quality and reliability of essential medicines.
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