Production Manager

Cure Talent Ltd; Felixstowe; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A medical technology firm is seeking a Production Manager to oversee the full production lifecycle of medical devices. You will manage operations across UK sites, ensuring compliance with quality standards and optimising production processes. Candidates should have a background in regulated manufacturing and electrical or biomedical engineering, with strong communication skills. This hybrid role involves working at both the Felixstowe and Cambridge sites.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in regulated manufacturing and production management.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and quality standards (ISO 13485, FDA).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, development, and production of medical-grade devices.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 13485, FDA, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to optimize performance.

Skills

Regulated manufacturing experience

Electrical or biomedical engineering background

Understanding of regulatory standards

Supplier management

Communication skills

Job description

Cure Talent are excited to partner with a medical technology company in their search for a Production Manager to join their growing team. This is a key role within the organisation, overseeing the full production lifecycle of next generation medical devices.

As the new Production Manager, you will play a central part in managing manufacturing operations across two UK sites, working closely with engineering, procurement, and regulatory teams. You will lead production processes from concept to delivery, maintaining cost effective strategies and ensuring products meet stringent medical and technical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, development, and production of medical-grade devices
• Ensure all production processes meet ISO 13485, FDA, and quality compliance standards
• Collaborate closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to optimise performance
• Liaise with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and international partners to ensure smooth production flow
• Manage procurement, pricing, and budget adherence across the production function

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in regulated manufacturing and production management
• Background in electrical or biomedical engineering
• Strong understanding of regulatory and quality standards (ISO 13485, FDA)
• Skilled in supplier management, cost negotiation, and process optimisation
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a hands‑on approach

Please note this is a hybrid role, your time will be spent at both the Felixstowe and Cambridge sites.

If you are a driven and detail‑oriented Production Manager with a strong technical background and a passion for innovation in medical devices, we would be delighted to hear from you.