Associate Production Manager - 12 Month Secondment/Fixed Term Contract

AstraZeneca; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca is seeking an Associate Production Manager in Macclesfield to support and develop supervisory skills within the Operations team. This role focuses on manufacturing processes including formulation, filling and packaging, while gaining exposure to deviation management and Manufacturing Excellence initiatives.

You will contribute to day-to-day performance, uphold safety and quality standards, and help drive continuous improvement in a matrix environment with experienced managers and

Qualifications

• GMP manufacturing experience is required.
• A Science/Engineering degree, or relevant practical work experience, is required.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and coaching abilities are essential.
• Strong focus on continuous improvement and problem solving.
• Ability to contribute in teams and/or lead others in a matrix environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day performance of defined manufacturing processes.
• Assist in deviation management and Manufacturing Excellence initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to plan, standards, cost, assets, cGMP and SHE/safety.

Skills

GMP manufacturing

Science/Engineering degree

Leadership potential

Continuous improvement

Teamwork in matrix environment

Self development

Education

Science/Engineering degree

Job description

Associate Production Manager - 12 Month Secondment/Fixed Term Contract

Location: Macclesfield, UK

Competitive salary and benefits

Introduction to role:

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and develop your supervisory skills? Join us at AstraZeneca, where you can make a meaningful difference to patients’ lives. With science at its heart, our work is about transforming breakthroughs in the lab into transformative medicines for the world’s most complex diseases. We are currently looking for an Associate Production Manager to join our Operations team at our largest UK campus in Macclesfield. This is a day role, Monday to Friday, no shifts.

Accountabilities:

As an Associate Production Manager, you will work alongside existing Production Managers to gain proficiency in manufacturing processes such as formulation, manufacturing, filling, and packaging. You will also gain experience in supporting processes such as deviation management and implementation of Manufacturing Excellence. You will be responsible for driving the day-to-day performance of defined processes in terms of adherence to plan, operational standards, cost, asset, cGMP and safety (SHE).

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Experience of GMP manufacturing
• A Science/Engineering degree, or relevant practical work experience
• Passionate about developing coaching and leadership skills
• Passion for continuous improvement and problem solving
• Can demonstrate the ability to successfully contribute to teams and/or lead others in a matrix environment e.g. in projects, team meetings or improvement work.
• Able to demonstrate activities undertaken in order to develop self.

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Knowledge and application of SHE principles.
• Experience of FDA / cGMP or other regulated quality system.
• Experience of working within a highly compliant or cGMP environment – Clean/sterile
• Experience within pharmaceutical operational or Chemistry/Micro based roles
• Proven leadership and people development experience
• Familiarity with digital platforms to improve performance
• Experience in implementing lean principles

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions.

That's why we work five days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca, we 're dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development.

Date Posted

09-Oct-2026

Closing Date

23-Oct-2026

Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.