Production Manager

Production Manager – Wrexham

Recruit4staff is representing a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing business in their search for a Production Manager to work in Wrexham.

• Pay:
  Competitive salary plus 15% annual company bonus
• Hours of Work:
  Monday – Friday, Day role
• Duration:
  Permanent
• Benefits:
  Generous benefits package, enhanced pension, private medical cover, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

This is a senior operational position with responsibility for day-to-day manufacturing performance across safety, quality, cost and delivery. As a Production Manager, you will lead manufacturing teams, ensure GMP compliance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The Production Manager will work closely with Quality, Engineering and Supply Chain functions to improve efficiency, reduce waste and support ongoing business growth.

• Proven experience as a Production Manager or senior manufacturing leader within pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Strong background in leading and optimising manufacturing operations with a focus on productivity and cost control
• Demonstrated ability to manage, lead and develop operational teams
• Experience managing budgets and delivering against demanding deadlines and targets
• In-depth knowledge of GMP, QMS, RCA, CAPA and regulatory cGMP audits
• Lean / Continuous Improvement experience

• Degree or equivalent, ideally in a science-based subject
• Experience with in biopharmaceutical or aseptic manufacturing
• Exposure to freeze-drying technology
• ILM Level 5 (Leadership & Management) or equivalent
• Formal Lean / Continuous Improvement qualifications

• Opportunity to join a growing, high-performing manufacturing site

Wrexham, Chester, Liverpool, Deeside, Chirk, Wirral, Runcorn, Warrington

Manufacturing Manager, Operations Manager, Head of Production, Production Operations Manager, Manufacturing Operations Manager, Head of Manufacturing

Recruit4staff is representing a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing business in their search for a Packaging Line Leader to work in Wrexham.

• Pay: £17.55 per hour (including shift allowance)
• Hours of Work:
  Monday - Friday, 6 am - 2 pm / 2 pm - 10 pm
• Duration:
  Temp To Perm

As a Packaging Line Leader, you will oversee the efficient operation of automated and semi-automated packing lines within a fast-paced and highly regulated manufacturing environment. The Packaging Line Leader will ensure production targets are met while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, productivity, and compliance. The Packaging Line Leader will act as the first point of contact for packing operations, coordinating team activities, troubleshooting equipment issues, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

This is a hands‑on role, working as part of the packing team while also stepping up to cover the Team Leader when required, including leading tier meetings and liaising with the Production Manager.

• Extensive experience working in a packing department within a highly regulated manufacturing environment
• Demonstrable Team Leader or Supervisory experience
• Strong knowledge of Operational Excellence, 5S, and TPM
• Proven experience in a Packaging Line Leader role

• Lean or Six Sigma certification
• Previous experience in a Packaging Line Leader position

• Opportunity to progress into a permanent position
• Hands‑on leadership role with team responsibility

Wrexham, Chester, Oswestry, Deeside, Wirral

Packing Line Leader, Packing Team Leader, Senior Packer, Packing Operative, Packaging Operative