Production Team Lead - Recombinant Production

SRG; Newbridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotechnology company in Oakdale, Wales, is seeking a Team Leader for Recombinant Production. The role involves overseeing production operations, leading a technical team, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in recombinant protein/enzyme production and a strong technical background in bioprocessing. This position is on-site and offers a permanent employment opportunity.

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in recombinant protein/enzyme production with ≥5 years of experience.
• Proven experience in scale-ups, tech transfers, and laboratory start-ups.
• Solid upstream processing expertise and familiarity with downstream techniques.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day operations in the recombinant production area.
• Lead and motivate a technical production team.
• Drive continuous improvement in processes and compliance.

Skills

Recombinant protein/enzyme production

Leadership experience

Technical problem-solving

Job description

Team Leader – Recombinant Production

Location: Oakdale, Wales – On‑site
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: DOE

Responsibilities

• Own day‑to‑day operations in the recombinant production area, ensuring safety, quality, and on‑time delivery of production targets.
• Lead and motivate a technical production team to achieve operational goals.
• Embed structure, discipline, and best practices to transition from R&D to BAU manufacturing.
• Manage daily boards, shift planning, and resource allocation.
• Drive continuous improvement in processes, performance, and compliance.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including R&D, Technical Operations, QC, and QA.
• Monitor KPIs, report variances, and support monthly planning processes.
• Act as single point of contact for recombinant production activities.

Ideal Candidate

• Strong technical background in recombinant protein/enzyme production, with ≥5 recent years of experience.
• Proven experience in scale‑ups, tech transfers, and laboratory start‑ups.
• Solid upstream processing expertise and familiarity with downstream techniques.
• Recent leadership experience in biotech or bioprocessing environments.
• Ability to balance technical problem‑solving with team development.

For more information, please contact Selby De Klerk at SRG.