Production Manager

Escape; Galashiels; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing biotech company is seeking a Production Manager in Galashiels, Scotland. This on-site, full-time role offers the chance to lead the production at a brand-new manufacturing facility. The right candidate will have experience in regulated manufacturing and a hands-on leadership approach, responsible for building a skilled team and ensuring operational efficiency. This role presents a unique opportunity to shape the future of production and operational culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in pharma, medical devices, or regulated manufacturing.
• Desirable experience with site setups or scale-ups.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Production management experience

Hands-on leadership

Coaching and mentoring skills

Results-focused mindset

Job description

Overview

Production Manager, Galashiels (On-site)

Full time, permanent role. Salary - to be discussed.

Our client is a fast-growing biotech and life sciences business. Following major success in Australia, the company is expanding into the UK with a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Galashiels, Scotland.

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 legacy 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 and rare opportunity!

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