Process Leader (First Line Manager) – Night Shift

A degree-level qualification or equivalent relevant experience.

Line management experience within a manufacturing environment.

Practical understanding and application of Lean manufacturing principles.

Experience working within a unionised environment.

Strong people leadership skills, with experience managing performance, development, attendance and team capability.

The ability to maintain high standards while working in a fast-paced and changing operational environment.

Strong communication, coaching and stakeholder management skills.

A consistent commitment to ethical conduct, compliance, safety and quality.

Experience coaching teams and embedding Lean manufacturing principles.

Knowledge and practical application of Safety, Health and Environment principles.

Experience working within an FDA, cGMP or similarly regulated quality system.

Experience in one or more of the following areas: Pharmaceutical formulation Manufacturing or filling operations Packaging Validation Technology transfer Change control

Pharmaceutical formulation

Manufacturing or filling operations

Packaging

Validation

Technology transfer

Change control

Experience reviewing batch documentation, investigating deviations or supporting audit activity.

You will be a visible and approachable leader who can build trust, set clear expectations and remain consistent under pressure. You will be comfortable addressing performance concerns, recognising strong contribution and leading colleagues through change with fairness and respect.

You will also bring:

A genuine commitment to developing people.

Strong operational judgement and problem-solving skills.

The ability to work effectively across functions.

A proactive approach to safety, compliance and continuous improvement.

Good financial and resource awareness.

The confidence to raise concerns, challenge non-standard practices and make timely decisions.

This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on manufacturing performance, product supply and team development. You will work in a collaborative, highly regulated environment where safety, quality, continuous improvement and patient delivery are central to every decision.

If you are an experienced manufacturing leader who can inspire teams, strengthen performance and maintain high standards of safety and compliance, we would be delighted to hear from you.