Job Overview
Production Manager - Technical Services Band 8b
Fixed term until November 2026 — We are looking to recruit an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our Pharmacy Technical Services team to cover the secondment of one of the Production Managers. The MHRA licensed 'Specials' pharmacy manufacturing unit is based at the Royal Stoke University Hospital and is a modern unit within the hospital. The service covers aseptic, chemotherapy and pre-pack (over labelling and repackaging products) supplying the Trust and external organisations.
As part of the team you will contribute to re-engineering services to improve patient-focused pharmaceutical care and customer satisfaction.
Job Responsibilities
* Work with the Production Manager to develop the service through audits and the development of business cases in response to local and national demand, in line with the NHS Infusions and Specials Medicines Board.
* Support the operation, maintenance and development of the quality management system; assist in inspections and audits undertaken by the MHRA or other regulatory authorities.
* Manage the production unit alongside the production manager and lead technicians; provide technical support and guidance.
* Upon training, act as a releasing officer across all production areas, ensuring compliance with the terms of the MHRA licence at all times.
* Contribute to improving service delivery and performance within the Pharmacy Technical Services Team.
This is a great time to be part of the Pharmacy Technical Services Team at UHNM.
About Us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country, based across Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital. We serve around three million people and are a specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. We are committed to inclusion, equal opportunities and staff development.
Details
Employer: University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust
Location: Royal Stoke University Hospital, Newcastle Road, Stoke on Trent, ST4 6QG
Essential Qualifications
* Masters degree in Pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent
* Registered with General Pharmaceutical Council
* Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Diploma / MSc or equivalent
* Releasing Officer in a MHRA Licensed Unit or eligible to undertake this training
Desirable Qualifications
* PTQA qualification
* Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification
* Formal management and/or leadership qualification
* Member of the RPS
* Member of British Oncology Pharmacy Association
Essential Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience
* Extensive hospital pharmacy experience post-registration
* Recent, extensive experience at a senior level within a pharmacy manufacturing unit or related industry
* Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practice for medicinal products, especially aseptic facilities and operations
* Experience of managing and developing a service
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience
* Experience of writing business cases
* Knowledge of clinical trials process
* Involvement in practice-based research and/or audit
Disclosure and Regulatory Checks
* This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act; a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be required.
* Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome to apply.
* UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Other Information
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working. Contract: Fixed term (12 months).
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