Head of Manufacturing in England

Job description

Allerton Bishop is partnering with a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing company to appoint a Head of Manufacturing. Our client is based in the Midlands region of England and this role will play a pivotal part in driving 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, where you will be 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, you will 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.

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

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

11-09-2025

Profession type

Retail

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English