Associate Production Manager​/Secondment

As an Associate Production Manager, you will work alongside existing Production Managers to gain proficiency in manufacturing processes such as formulation, manufacturing, filling, and packaging. You will also gain experience in supporting processes such as deviation management and implementation of Manufacturing Excellence.

You will be responsible for driving the day‑to‑day performance of defined processes in terms of adherence to plan, operational standards, cost, asset, cGMP and safety (SHE).

• Experience of GMP manufacturing.
• A Science/Engineering degree, or relevant practical work experience.
• Passionate about developing coaching and leadership skills.
• Passion for continuous improvement and problem solving.
• Can demonstrate the ability to successfully contribute to teams and/or lead others in a matrix environment (e.g., in projects, team meetings or improvement work).
• Able to demonstrate activities undertaken to develop self.
• Knowledge and application of SHE principles.
• Experience of FDA / cGMP or other regulated quality system.
• Experience of working within a highly compliant or cGMP environment – Clean/sterile.
• Experience with in pharmaceutical operational or Chemistry/Micro based roles.
• Proven leadership and people development experience.
• Familiarity with digital platforms to improve performance.
• Experience in implementing lean principles.

We are currently looking for an Associate Production Manager to join our Operations team at our largest UK campus in Macclesfield. This is a day role, Monday to Friday, no shifts. The role requires in‑person working five days per week from the office, with flexibility considered.