Job Overview
We are looking for an experienced Senior Production Supervisor to oversee the planning and coordination of a team involved in the aseptic manufacture of medicines. The role is part of the Senior Pharmacy Production Team and will supervise the safe manufacture of radiopharmaceuticals and ready‑to‑administer injectables. The post holder will manage the production team, ensuring scheduling and manufacture of unlicensed specials occur in a safe and regulatory‑compliant environment. The position involves developing new products and processes through Quality Risk Management (QRM) and Quality by Design (QBD) principles, leading training and professional development initiatives, and anticipatory service planning.
Main Duties
* Operational management of the Production team under the guidance of the Lead Production Supervisor.
* Ensuring adherence to regulations including Good Manufacturing Practice, Good Distribution Practice, Ionising Radiation Regulations, Health and Safety at work and any other relevant statutory requirements.
* Coordinating the training and education of staff.
* Undertaking product inspection prior to QC release.
* Contributing to the maintenance of the Pharmaceutical Quality System.
* Leading on the procurement of raw materials and consumables to ensure sufficient stock levels.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential criteria: Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification.
Desirable criteria: Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification.
Applicant Requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration. The postholder will have access to vulnerable people and must submit a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Welsh language skills are desirable.
Commitment to Flexible Working and Equality
We are committed to flexible working and equal opportunities. All candidates, including those requiring sponsorship for a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, will be considered under UK immigration rules.
Contact
For further information, contact Rhys Hamer, Head of Production, via rhys.hamer2@wales.nhs.uk. Production Lead Jan Wines can be reached at jan.wines@wales.nhs.uk.
Other Information
Recruitment documents available for download: JD & PS‑English (PDF), Welsh JD/PS (PDF), Occupational Health Form (DOCX), NWSSP Recruitment Services Privacy Notice (PDF), NWSSP‑About Us (PDF), NWSSP‑Our Benefits 2023 (PDF), NWSSP‑Buddion (PDF), PCGC‑Amdanom (PDF), Guidance Notes for Applicants Nov25 (PDF), IMTP Summary 2024‑2027 (PDF), IMTP Summary 2024‑2027—Cymraeg (PDF).
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