GMP Production Lead — Pharma Ops

Baxter International; Oxford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxter International in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor for the Compounding Operations team. Reporting to the Unit or Operations Manager, you will lead multiple manufacturing teams responsible for aseptic compounding of products supplied across the UK and Ireland.

This hands-on leadership role blends technical expertise, operational excellence and people management to ensure safe, compliant and efficient manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Proven people leadership and direct line management experience.
• Experience managing end-to-end manufacturing operations in a complex production environment.
• Successful track record leading continuous improvement projects and investigations.
• Working knowledge of GMP principles and quality systems.
• Strong technical understanding of manufacturing processes and production equipment.
• Experience using data and KPIs to drive operational decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop Team Leaders, Deputy Team Leaders and manufacturing associates to achieve operational excellence.
• Act as a visible leader on the production floor, setting high standards for GMP compliance, safety and performance.
• Drive production plan adherence and monitor KPIs, implementing actions to address challenges and improve results.
• Collaborate closely with Planning, Quality, Engineering and Logistics teams to ensure manufacturing activities meet business and customer requirements.
• Optimise manufacturing processes, equipment utilisation and resource efficiency.
• Support investigation activities, including deviations, complaints and root cause analysis, ensuring sustainable corrective actions are implemented.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and change control activities that enhance operational performance while maintaining compliance.
• Ensure adherence to GMP, regulatory, corporate and environmental, health and safety requirements.
• Support audit readiness and actively participate in internal, corporate and regulatory inspections.
• Maintain, update and create operational procedures and documentation.
• Recruit, develop and retain talent while fostering an inclusive, collaborative and high‑performing culture.
• Provide cover for the Unit or Operations Manager when required, including participation in leadership meetings.

Skills

People leadership

End-to-end manufacturing

Continuous improvement

GMP knowledge

Manufacturing processes

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or Engineering

Job description

Baxter International in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor for the Compounding Operations team. Reporting to the Unit or Operations Manager, you will lead multiple manufacturing teams responsible for aseptic compounding of products supplied across the UK and Ireland.

This hands-on leadership role blends technical expertise, operational excellence and people management to ensure safe, compliant and efficient manufacturing.