Senior Ops Leader - Biologics, RNA & MMIC

SRG; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CPI is seeking a Head of Operations for its Biologics, RNA Centre of Excellence and Medicines Manufacturing Innovation Centre (MMIC). Based primarily in Darlington with regular travel to Glasgow, the role leads operational teams, drives continuous improvement and ensures regulatory compliance to enable scientific innovation.

The senior leader will shape facilities strategy, develop capability, manage budgets and engage with stakeholders to deliver growth and high-performance operations across

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Science, Manufacturing, Operations Management or related field.
• Experience leading in regulated operational, manufacturing, engineering or facilities environments.
• Strong focus on GMP, safety, quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across Biologics, RNA and MMIC facilities.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams across operations, engineering, facilities and site services.
• Ensure GMP, Health & Safety, environmental and quality standards are met.
• Drive operational excellence to improve efficiency, performance and reliability.
• Oversee facilities management, maintenance programmes and infrastructure.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Operational excellence

GMP compliance

Stakeholder management

Regulatory understanding

Multi-site leadership

Continuous improvement

People management

Education

Degree in Engineering/Science/Manufacturing/Operations

Job description

CPI is seeking a Head of Operations for its Biologics, RNA Centre of Excellence and Medicines Manufacturing Innovation Centre (MMIC). Based primarily in Darlington with regular travel to Glasgow, the role leads operational teams, drives continuous improvement and ensures regulatory compliance to enable scientific innovation.

The senior leader will shape facilities strategy, develop capability, manage budgets and engage with stakeholders to deliver growth and high-performance operations across