Job Description

IPT1 (Integrated Production Team) is responsible for the production of bacterial antigens.

This position is responsible for the effective coordination and planning of various activities critical to maintaining safe, compliant and on-time operations within our production teams. The incumbent will report to the operational coach and will be the conduit between the production teams and the IPT leadership team, to effectively manage people, process and plant.

Responsibilities

The primary activities include but are not limited to:

Manage the End to End manufacturing in the department which produces antigens derived from large scale aerobic and anaerobic fermentations for animal bacterial vaccines.

People

Leading team through daily GMP facility operation and managementManaging a total number of direct reports up to 12 peopleEnsure manufacturing Tier meetings are run effectivelyTo liaise with the Learning & Development team to manage instructor-led training, and be accountable for completion of on job training for the production teamAccountable for direct reports development and progressionParticipate in recruitment and onboarding for new team membersDeputise for Operational Coach and IPT Lead duties as requiredCollaborate cross functionally

Safety

Responsible for the safe process of the department such as, COSHH, risk assessments, manual handling risk assessmentsCoordinate Wastewater discharge permits and requests with Health and Safety and Engineering teamsParticipate in the Process Hazard Analysis programme for equipment in the areaCompletion and documentation of safety walkthroughs and housekeeping audits

Quality

Ensure all QMS metrics are managed appropriately, including deviations to the process, CAPA and improvement via change controlsEnsuring Production areas are always audit readyPromoting Right First-Time culture

Delivery

Responsible for daily scheduling and oversight of the production schedule capacityDaily tier process attendance and escalation managementDynamic fast paced decision making, resolving issues and re-scheduling if required.

Cost

Control of the departmental month end financial transactions (SAP)To liaise with the Supply Chain and Warehousing team to ensure inventory checks are planned and executed according to the scheduleReview status of corrective work order requests and ensure timely closure by the responsible team memberReview and communication of other KPI’s relevant to production operationOther administrative support to production management as requiredInput into projects and improvement initiatives as required

Leadership Behaviours

Define and communicate a clear direction aligned with company goalsLead by example in adhering to GMP and ethical standardsPromote a culture of quality, safety and accountabilityStrategic Decision-Making; Based decision on data, risk assessment and long-term impactEmpower team to deliver innovative solutionsPeople Development & EngagementCoach and mentor talent; invest in team growthFoster collaboration, inclusion and resilienceOperational Excellence & AccountabilityDrive continuous improvement and lean thinkingOwn outcomes and support cross-functional performance

Skills/Qualifications

Bachelors in Science or equivalent pharmaceutical industry experienceEffective communicator; able to communicate clearly across multiple disciplines (verbally and in written form)Highly organised and able to prioritiseHigh level of Microsoft Office proficiencyAble to problem solve and adapt approach to reach the desired outcomeExperience of working in a GMP environment

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Required Skills:

Adaptability, Adaptability, Analytical Problem Solving, Cleanroom Gowning, Cleanroom Operations, Communication, Computer Literacy, Data Analysis, Equipment Maintenance, Escalation Management, GMP Compliance, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis, Inventory Management, Management Process, Manufacturing, Master Batch Records, Pharmaceutical Guidelines, Pharmaceutical Microbiology, Process Optimization, Production Operations, Production Scheduling, Production Support, Risk Analysis, Risk Assessments {+ 5 more}

 Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

08/12/2025

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Requisition ID:R359515