Factory Manager

Are you an experienced Factory Manager? Or, are you a developing Manufacturing Professional with a Technical or Engineering related background looking for a step up? If you are interested in supporting the set-up of a new manufacturing facility in Connecticut we want to hear from you!

We are partnered with a Contract Manufacturing business who are looking to expand their UK operations in the USA! The Factory Manager will have a hands‑on, supervisory role supporting the set‑up and day‑to‑day operation of a new manufacturing facility. The role will assist with site preparation, equipment installation, initial validation, staffing, and start‑up activities.

The Factory Manager will supervise daily production activities, support staff, and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and GMP (ISO 22716) requirements, with opportunities to grow as the site develops.

This business are firm believers in work life balance and fair opportunity for all, with a culture of collaboration, empowerment and support.

All training will be carried out in the UK, so flexibility for travel is preferred.

• Support the set‑up from planning through to start‑up.
• Assist with facility layout, equipment installation, commissioning, and initial validation activities.
• Coordinate day‑to‑day activities with internal teams, contractors, and suppliers during site set‑up.
• Check that utilities, systems, and processes are operating correctly and meet GMP and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor production performance and help address downtime, bottlenecks, and issues.
• Provide hands‑on technical support for equipment and manufacturing processes.
• Promote preventative maintenance and practical problem‑solving on the shop floor.
• Promote a strong safety‑first culture across all site activities.
• Work with Quality to support audits, validations, and ongoing compliance.
• Support recruitment, training, and supervision of production and site staff.
• Lead from the floor with a hands‑on approach, especially during start‑up and ramp‑up.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives using practical, structured approaches.

• Experience in manufacturing, operations, or supervisory role within a regulated environment.
• Exposure to site start‑ups, commissioning, or facility expansion is desirable.
• Technical or engineering background with a hands‑on approach to equipment and processes.
• Working knowledge of GMP standards, ideally ISO 22716.
• Experience supervising or supporting manufacturing teams.
• Organised, practical, and proactive with good problem‑solving skills.
• Clear communicator, comfortable working with operators, engineers, and support teams.