Head of Manufacturing

Overview

Allerton Bishop is partnering with a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing company to appoint a Head of Manufacturing. Based in the Midlands region of England, this senior leadership role drives process improvement across aseptic drug product operations while leading and developing a high‑performing team of Production Shift Managers. This is a senior leadership position within a GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing facility, accountable for optimising aseptic production processes, embedding a culture of continuous improvement, and ensuring flawless execution of day‑to‑day manufacturing activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop a team of Production Managers and Shift Leaders to deliver consistently high standards in aseptic operations.
• Drive process optimisation and efficiency improvements across drug product manufacturing, with a strong focus on aseptic techniques.
• Ensure all manufacturing activities comply with GMP, regulatory, safety and quality standards.
• Partner with Quality and Engineering teams to deliver process robustness, equipment reliability, and site investment projects.
• As the Head of Manufacturing, lead technical transfer and support the introduction of new aseptic drug products into commercial manufacture.
• Act as a champion for continuous improvement and operational excellence, implementing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies where appropriate.

Your Background

• Degree in Life Sciences, Engineering or a related field.
• Extensive GMP manufacturing leadership experience, ideally within aseptic pharmaceutical drug product.
• Strong track record of leading production teams and shift operations within a regulated environment.
• Demonstrated success in process improvement, problem-solving, and driving cultural change in manufacturing teams.
• Technical knowledge of aseptic sterile manufacturing, biologics, or injectables is essential.

Keywords Head of Manufacturing | Aseptic Drug Product | GMP | Process Improvement | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Leadership | Manufacturing Manager | Head of Production

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Manufacturing, Management, and Production
• Industries:
  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Retail Health and Personal Care Products, and Biotechnology Research

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