Production Team Leader - Drug Substance

Production Team Leader – New Drug Substance

At Ipsen, we are committed to improving the lives of patients, with a special focus on advancing neuroscience therapies. Our Wrexham site is a vital part of this mission, delivering cutting‑edge solutions in a dynamic and collaborative environment. We are proud to be Great Place to Work certified and a Shingo Bronze Medallion holder, reflecting our commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

With a recent £24 million investment in the site and a further £86.4 million expansion underway, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. If you are passionate about making an impact and want to be part of a team that values growth, innovation, and excellence, then Ipsen could be where you thrive!

We are seeking a Production Team Leader – New Drug Substance to join our Technical Operations organisation, leading the transfer of a new drug substance manufacturing process from Biopharmaceutical Development into Technical Operations for PPQ (Process Performance Qualification) and commercialisation. You’ll be responsible for managing a high‑performing team to meet production targets while ensuring compliance with cGMP and EHS standards, and delivering the tech‑transfer project.

You’ll drive the project forward, foster a culture of accountability, and support the development of your team. This role could also suit someone in a scientific role who possesses knowledge about the bio‑development stage of the process.

• Take accountability for successful technology transfer and PPQ readiness, ensuring a smooth handover from Development to Technical Operations.
• Partner with cross‑functional groups (Pharm Dev, QA, Engineering, Supply Chain) to troubleshoot, resolve issues, and support long‑term commercial readiness.
• Lead, develop, and manage a team of operators, delivering the manufacturing schedule safely, efficiently, and compliantly. Build and maintain team capability, ensuring staff are trained, competent, and engaged.
• Drive a culture of accountability, operational discipline, and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the site’s strategy for operational excellence and sustainable growth.

• Substantial experience within the pharmaceutical sector, specifically managing drug technology transfer and New Product Introduction (NPI) from R&D into commercial manufacturing.
• Project management capabilities.
• Strong working knowledge of cGMP and EHS compliance.
• Experience leading or supervising a manufacturing or technical operations team.

You’ll be part of a passionate team committed to innovation, excellence, and making a difference for patients and society. If you’re a proactive leader with a passion for operational excellence and team development, then please apply today!

Not Applicable

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing