Production Manager

CEVA SANTE ANIMALE; Newbury; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ceva Animal Health in the United Kingdom is seeking a senior leader to own and optimise the vaccine manufacturing value stream. You will ensure GMP compliance, deliver safe operations, and collaborate with Purchasing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs and Engineering to meet strategic objectives.

You will lead production teams, manage budgets, drive continuous improvement, and sponsor key projects such as process improvements and technology transfers.

Qualifications

• Proven GMP manufacturing leadership in pharma, biologics or vaccines.
• Strong knowledge of production operations, quality systems and regulatory compliance.
• Experience leading high-performing teams and managing budgets.
• Excellent stakeholder management across Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering and Regulatory.
• Degree in science, engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end vaccine manufacturing value stream in GMP-compliant operations.
• Drive production plan delivery to optimise performance, quality, cost and service.
• Provide leadership to production teams and foster accountability and continuous improvement.
• Own value stream financial performance, budgets, productivity and cost initiatives.
• Ensure GMP, regulatory, quality and health & safety compliance with inspection readiness.
• Lead operational excellence initiatives and KPI-driven performance.
• Collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering and Regulatory teams.
• Support strategic planning, capital investments and site development.
• Sponsor and lead projects including process improvements and tech transfers.
• Drive safety and environmental standards across manufacturing.

Skills

GMP manufacturing leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Project management

Continuous improvement

People leadership

Education

Degree in science or engineering

Job description

The success of a company depends on the passionate people we partner with.

Together, let's share our talents.

As a global leader in animal health, Ceva Animal Health believes our success is linked to our passionate people researching, developing , producing and supplying innovative health solutions for all animals, which contributes to the future of our diverse planet.

We are committed to ensuring the highest possible level of care and well-being for farm animals (poultry, pigs, ruminants), companion animals (dogs and cats) and wildlife.

Indeed, Our “Together, Beyond Animal Health” vision emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of people, animals and our planet are totally interlinked. More than ever, Ceva is committed to a \"One Health\" approach.

As part of our “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” policy, Ceva Animal Heath is committed to the employment of people with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants. To request an accommodation, please contact a member of the Ceva Talent Acquisition team.

Your Missions

Lead and coordinate all value stream activities, ensuring full compliance with GMP requirements while operating within established safety, quality, delivery, and cost parameters. Drive continuous improvement across vaccine manufacturing processes within the Production function and collaborate closely with key stakeholders, including Purchasing, Quality Control (QC), Quality Assurance (QA), and Regulatory Affairs. Ensure manufacturing operations meet regulatory and quality standards while supporting Ceva's strategic objectives and overall business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end vaccine manufacturing value stream, ensuring safe, efficient, and GMP-compliant operations.
• Drive delivery of the production plan, optimising performance, quality, cost, and service levels.
• Provide leadership to production teams, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Own value stream financial performance, including budget management, productivity improvement, and cost optimisation initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, regulatory, quality, and health & safety requirements, maintaining inspection readiness at all times.
• Lead operational excellence initiatives, implementing continuous improvement practices and driving performance through KPI management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Regulatory Affairs, to achieve business objectives.
• Support strategic planning, capital investment projects, and site development initiatives to enhance capability, capacity, and efficiency.
• Sponsor and lead key projects, including process improvements, technology transfers, and operational transformation initiatives.

Your Profile

Experience & Skills

• Proven leadership experience within a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment, preferably pharmaceuticals, biologics, or vaccines.
• Strong knowledge of production operations, quality systems, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, driving engagement, performance, and accountability.
• Experience managing budgets, operational performance, and cost optimisation initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Regulatory functions.
• Proven project management and problem‑solving capabilities, with a focus on delivering sustainable business improvements.
• Excellent communication, planning, and organisational skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation.
• Degree qualified in a scientific, engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.