Production Manager

Ceva Group.; Newbury; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ceva Animal Health in Newbury is seeking a Production Manager to lead the vaccine manufacturing value stream, ensuring GMP-compliant operations and delivery of the production plan.

You will manage cross-functional teams across Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Regulatory Affairs, drive continuous improvement, and own capital projects to enhance capability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in GMP-regulated manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of production operations and quality systems.
• Experience with budgets and cost optimisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end vaccine manufacturing value stream in GMP-compliant operations.
• Drive production plan delivery with focus on performance and cost.
• Lead production teams and foster accountability and continuous improvement.
• Own value stream financial performance and budgeting.
• Ensure GMP, regulatory, quality, and safety compliance with audit readiness.
• Lead operational excellence initiatives and KPI-driven improvements.
• Collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, Regulatory Affairs.
• Support strategic planning, capital investment site development.
• Sponsor projects including process improvements and tech transfers.

Skills

GMP manufacturing

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Budget management

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Communication

Education

Science/engineering degree

Job description

Production Manager

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.

Yourmissions :

Lead and coordinate all value stream activities,ensuring full compliance with GMP requirements while operating withinestablished safety, quality, delivery, and cost parameters. Drive continuousimprovement across vaccine manufacturing processes within the Productionfunction and collaborate closely with key stakeholders, including Purchasing,Quality Control (QC), Quality Assurance (QA), and Regulatory Affairs. Ensuremanufacturing operations meet regulatory and quality standards while supportingCeva'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.

Yourprofile :

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.