GMP Operations Supervisor

Centre for Process Innovation Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic leader to supervise a talented team at the Medicines Manufacturing Innovation Centre. This role is pivotal in ensuring operational excellence and continuous capability development within a cutting-edge environment. You will manage daily activities, promote knowledge sharing, and implement innovative solutions to complex challenges. With a focus on safety and efficiency, you will play a key role in transforming ideas into impactful solutions in healthcare and sustainability. If you are passionate about making a difference and leading a team to success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Up to 36 days holiday

Holiday purchasing scheme

Life assurance

Accident insurance schemes

Qualifications

• Significant technical expertise in plant operations and leadership.
• Experience in a process plant environment with proven safety excellence.

Responsibilities

• Supervising the team to ensure departmental goals are met.
• Managing daily activities and supporting performance management.
• Improving operational facilities and ensuring effective project delivery.

Skills

Technical expertise in plant operations

Leadership in GMP environment

Troubleshooting and problem-solving

Education

GCSE level C in Maths, English, Science

NVQ Level III in Process Plant Operation

Supervisory or management qualification

Job description

£33,000 - £42,600 per annum - dependent on experience

Employment

Full-time - Permanent

Team

Medicines Manufacturing Innovation Centre

CPI helps turn great ideas and inventions into reality. We’re a team of talented individuals using advances in science and technology to address major global challenges in healthcare and sustainability.

Through our innovative infrastructure and talented people, we collaborate with industry, academia, government, and investors to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative products.

From health technologies and pharmaceuticals to sustainable food and materials innovations, we transform entrepreneurial ideas into impactful solutions that make the world a better place.

Why this role is important for CPI’s work

Key responsibilities include (full details available on the CPI careers page):

• Supervising the team to ensure departmental goals are met, including delegation, feedback, and motivation. Providing first-line management support, resource allocation, and short-term planning.
• Managing daily and weekly activities, assisting in setting objectives, supporting performance management, and providing training and coaching.
• Serving as a point of contact for team queries and escalations, conducting meetings and one-to-one sessions for effective communication.
• Utilizing expertise to translate business strategies into actionable plans to achieve team and organizational objectives.
• Agreeing on weekly work plans with team members and stakeholders, ensuring timely delivery.
• Promoting continuous capability development through coaching, mentoring, and knowledge sharing.
• Improving operational facilities, including safety, housekeeping, documentation, and process efficiency.
• Ensuring effective project delivery, availability of materials, and operational readiness of the team.

The person we are seeking

Essential qualifications: GCSE level C (or equivalent) in Maths, English, Science; NVQ Level III (or equivalent) in Process Plant Operation.

• Significant technical expertise in plant operations and leadership in an GMP environment.
• Experience in building knowledge sharing and networks across teams and organizations.
• Ability to handle complex technical activities independently, implementing innovative solutions.
• Experience in a process plant environment.
• Proven safety and operational excellence in chemical or bio-chemical processes.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Desirable qualifications: Supervisory or management qualification, formal management training, or managerial development program; active membership in a professional body.

What does CPI offer you?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Up to 36 days holiday, including bank holidays, plus a holiday purchasing scheme.
• Life assurance and accident insurance schemes.

Note: Employment is contingent upon right to work in the UK; sponsorship may be available.