Production Team Leader

Ipsen; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A pharmaceutical company in Wrexham is seeking a Production Team Leader to guide a dedicated manufacturing team through a transformation. This role includes motivating the team, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance in production processes. If you are passionate about leadership and innovation, apply now to be part of a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a leadership role in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong ability to empower and motivate teams.
• Experience with change management in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a production team through transformation.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Motivation

Collaboration

Job description

At Ipsen, we are committed to improving the lives of patients, with a special focus on advancing neuroscience therapies. Our Wrexham site is a vital part of this mission, delivering cutting-edge solutions in a dynamic and collaborative environment. We are proud to be Great Place to Work certified and a Shingo Bronze Medallion holder, reflecting our commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

With a recent £24 million investment in the site and a further £86.4 million expansion underway, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. If you are passionate about making an impact and want to be part of a team that values growth, innovation, and excellence, then Ipsen could be where you thrive!

Ipsen is seeking a Production Team Leader to guide a dedicated manufacturing team through a period of transformation. This is a unique opportunity to make a real impact- motivating, managing change and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

As a key figure in our manufacturing operations, you’ll lead by example to ensure production goals are met while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance with cGMP and EHS regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate a production team of 6 through a period of transformation ensuring a positive change management.
• Identify training needs and support personal development across the team.
• Support with calibration, validation and maintenance activities where needed.
• Ensure production schedules are met safely, efficiently, and in full compliance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives and track performance using KPIs.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Experience in a similar leadership position from the pharma industry
• Natural leader with the ability to motivate, empower and encourage positive change

If you're ready to make a difference during a period of transformation and enjoy people leadership we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of a company that values leadership, innovation, and excellence.