Assembly Supervisor

Meriden Media; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established pharmaceutical manufacturer in Nottingham is looking for a Pharmaceutical Assembly Supervisor to lead cleanroom operations. This hands-on leadership role requires a strong background in GMP-regulated production, focusing on quality, efficiency, and team development. Responsibilities include supervising assembly operations, training team members, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in a similar environment, a solid understanding of GMP, and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years' experience in assembly and people leadership in a cleanroom or regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of GMP, ISO standards, and cleanroom protocols.
• Experience implementing process improvements and Lean manufacturing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Supervise cleanroom assembly operations in line with GMP and ISO 7 requirements.
• Lead and develop assembly operatives, focusing on training and performance management.
• Plan production schedules to meet output targets while ensuring compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

GMP knowledge

Lean manufacturing

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pharmaceutical Assembly Supervisor

Circa £35k

Permanent Mon-Thu & Fri

We are recruiting an experienced Pharmaceutical Assembly Supervisor to lead cleanroom operations for a well‑established pharmaceutical manufacturer. This is a hands‑on leadership role suited to an individual with a strong background in GMP‑regulated production, who enjoys driving quality, efficiency, and team performance within a highly controlled environment.

You will play a key role in ensuring assembly activities are delivered safely, compliantly, and to the highest quality standards, while supporting and developing a skilled cleanroom team.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily cleanroom assembly operations in line with GMP and ISO 7 cleanroom requirements
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of assembly operatives, including training, performance management, and ongoing competency assessment
• Plan and monitor production schedules to ensure output targets are achieved without compromising quality or compliance
• Maintain accurate and auditable production, inspection, and compliance records using digital manufacturing systems
• Identify, implement, and sustain continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste
• Ensure strict adherence to health & safety, quality, and regulatory standards at all times
• Investigate and resolve assembly or process issues to maintain smooth, uninterrupted production

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as an Assembly Supervisor, Team Leader, or similar within a pharmaceutical, cleanroom, or regulated manufacturing environment
• Strong leadership and people‑management capability, with the confidence to lead by example on the shop floor
• Analytical and process‑driven mindset, with experience implementing improvements
• Confident IT user, with experience of ERP/MRP systems, digital production records, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office
• Solid understanding of GMP, ISO standards, and cleanroom protocols
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and organisational skills

Essential Experience

• 3-5+ years' experience in assembly and people leadership, including direct supervision in a cleanroom or regulated manufacturing environment
• Strong, hands‑on knowledge of Lean manufacturing tools and methodologies
• Experience working to ISO, GMP, or equivalent regulatory frameworks
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a fast‑paced, quality‑critical production setting
• High level of competence in manufacturing documentation and compliance reporting