Head of Production

Escape; Scotland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare manufacturing company in Scotland seeks a Head of Production to lead operations at a new facility. This on-site, full-time role offers a salary of £60,000 to £75,000 and the opportunity to shape the future of production while ensuring compliance with GMP. Applicants should have strong experience in manufacturing and a hands-on leadership style.

Qualifications

• Experience in pharma, medical devices, or regulated manufacturing is required.
• Experience with site setups or scale-ups is desirable.
• Proven ability to lead and develop production teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of production including planning, staffing, and processes.
• Supervise and develop a skilled production team.
• Ensure compliance with GMP and SOPs.
• Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
• Be pivotal in scaling operations to full commercial release.

Skills

Production management experience

Hands-on leadership style

Strong coaching and mentoring

Results-focused approach

Job description

Overview

Head of Production (On-site), Full time, permanent role. Salary - 60-75,000. Location: Only an hour by direct train from Edinburgh and a short walk from the station.

The Opportunity

Take ownership of production at this new UK manufacturing facility, joining from the ground up. Lead operations, build the team, and ensure products are made efficiently and in line with GMP.

Why this role is different

• Join at the very start of site build-out - shape the future of production.
• Not steady state pharma: this is hands-on, fast-paced and high-growth.
• Work closely with Quality and Global leadership to scale operations.
• Opportunity to leave a lasting mark on site culture and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of production: planning, staffing, processes.
• Supervise and develop a skilled production team.
• Ensure GMP compliance and adherence to SOPs.
• Monitor KPIs, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Play a central role in scaling from setup to full commercial release.

What We're Looking For

• Production management experience in pharma, medical devices, or regulated manufacturing.
• Hands-on leadership style.
• Experience with site setups or scale-ups desirable.
• Strong coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
• Results-focused, with growth mindset.

Apply now to hear more about the story!

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and should confirm their eligibility in their application.