Manager, Clinical Supply Packaging

Bristol-Myers Squibb; Wirral; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company in Wirral seeks a Manager for Clinical Supply Packaging to ensure adherence to GMP and oversee packaging operations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in science or engineering with proven industry experience, leading teams while maintaining high safety standards. This role emphasizes oversight, technical expertise, and continuous improvement in a compliance-driven environment.

Benefits

Transparent recruitment process

Accommodations for disabilities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supervising production staff or leading within a production operation.
• In-depth understanding of cGMPs and regulatory requirements.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strict adherence to procedures.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and oversee the team in packaging and labelling.
• Manage the master production schedule and set priorities.
• Champion adherence to health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Leadership and Scheduling Experience

Regulatory and Pharmaceutical Knowledge

Attention to Detail and Adherence to Procedures

Packaging and Labelling Expertise

Communication and Team Leadership Skills

Adaptability and Responsibility Management

Technical Proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science or Mechanical Engineering Degree

Proven experience in the pharmaceutical industry

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Veeva

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate and experienced manager to oversee our clinical supply packaging and labelling operations.

The Manager, Clinical Supply Packaging is pivotal in ensuring the highest standards of GMP, safety, and procedural compliance within our state-of-the-art cGMP production facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Training: Inspire and oversee the team in all packaging and labelling aspects, maintaining accurate employee records. Conduct and manage training for all employees, ensuring up-to-date documentation.
• Technical & Compliance Expertise: Apply comprehensive cGMP knowledge to ensure the highest standards in clinical supply packaging and labelling. Ensure compliance with cGMPs and SOPs, with expertise in the precise execution of SAP transactions.
• Production & Schedule Management: Efficiently manage the master production schedule, set priorities, and adjust to meet specifications.
• Health, Safety & Technical Writing: Champion adherence to health and safety guidelines. Develop key documents such as COSHH assessments, risk assessments, procedures, and guidelines.
• Facility Oversight & Compliance: Oversee facility maintenance and ensure all production areas remain compliant with GMP standards, supporting a safe, efficient, and audit-ready environment.
• Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement: Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventative actions. Promote a culture of continuous improvement aligned with Quality Systems and procedures.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work effectively with Packaging & Labelling, Quality, Logistics, and Quality Control teams.

Key Skills Required

• Leadership and Scheduling Experience: Proven experience in supervising production staff or leading within a production operation, with strong skills in scheduling, organising, and team building. Demonstrated capability to effectively schedule multiple jobs/orders.
• Regulatory and Pharmaceutical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of cGMPs and regulatory requirements (MHRA, FDA, EU CTR, etc.) within a clinical packaging and labelling environment. Solid understanding of the pharmaceutical development process and associated scientific principles. Previous experience with Health Authority/GMP audits is desirable.
• Attention to Detail and Adherence to Procedures: Exceptional attention to detail and strict adherence to procedures and regulations.
• Packaging and Labelling Expertise: Expertise in both manual and automated packaging operations.
• Communication and Team Leadership Skills: Excellent ability to communicate effectively with various support groups and lead in a team environment.
• Adaptability and Responsibility Management: Skilled at managing competing priorities, adapting to change, and embracing additional responsibilities.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in MS Office, MS Outlook, and business software systems commonly used in the pharmaceutical industry (e.g., SAP, Veeva).

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor of Science or Mechanical Engineering Degree.
• Industry Experience: Proven experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Preferred Experience: Background in pharmaceutical manufacturing with a focus on Clinical Trial Supplies production.
• Leadership Experience: Extensive experience in progressive leadership or supervisory roles within the pharmaceutical industry.

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On-site Protocol

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