Overview
Production Compliance Supervisor role at Boehringer Ingelheim. This newly created, site-based role at Pirbright is responsible for overseeing all production compliance activities across the manufacturing facility. The position ensures timely, cost-effective production of FMD and BTV antigens and finished products, fully aligned with EU, UK, and company GMP, biosafety, and HSE regulations.
Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the Production GMP Compliance team
* Oversee departmental deviations, CAPAs, change controls, SOPs, MBRs, and training, ensuring timely closure aligned with KPIs
* Conduct and lead investigations with high technical competence
* Develop and manage Production Compliance KPIs
* Maintain training records, OJT programs, and data integrity standards
* Ensure departmental efficiency and regulatory compliance
* Support and deputise for the Head of Production
* Continuously improve compliance processes, equipment, and training
* Collaborate with senior colleagues to resolve inefficiencies and implement improvements
* Collect and act on KPI data to reduce product wastage
* Strengthen relationships with internal and external stakeholders, especially Quality Assurance and Boehringer’s network colleagues
* Plan and implement process improvements via change control
* Manage team schedules and provide cover during absences
* Coach and train staff, promoting cross-area collaboration
* Oversee training budgets and contribute to annual budget planning
* Participate in the production call-out rota and ensure batch close-out within 12 weeks
* Lead and participate in daily Tier Meetings
* Drive key improvement projects and support cross-functional initiatives
* Ensure adherence to biosafety protocols and communicate effectively
* Report and investigate EHS incidents, collaborating with EHS teams
* Conduct and document risk assessments
* Complete required Health & Safety training
* Monitor training cost centre budgets and report discrepancies
* Approve invoices and manage stock movements in SAP/GBS
* Plan stock usage and raise orders via WeBuy
* Lead production readiness for internal and external audits
* Act as SME during audit front-room activities
* Manage change controls, deviations, CAPAs, and OOS reports
* Approve and enter data in LIMS
Requirements
* Degree in a biological discipline preferred; relevant experience considered
* Strong time management, organisational, and leadership skills
* In-depth knowledge of HSE, biosafety, GMP, and operational excellence
* Proven autonomy and teamwork capabilities
* Experience in regulated environments desirable
* Innovative mindset with strong communication skills
* Proficient in Microsoft Office
* Demonstrates Accountability, Agility & Intrapreneurship (AAI) behaviours
Why Boehringer Ingelheim?
Boehringer Ingelheim has been recognised as a Top Employer in the UK. Being certified as a Top Employer confirms our dedication to a better world of work, delivered through excellent HR policies and people practices.
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