Senior Production Lead – Pharma (GMP, Lean)

Ipsen Biopharm Ltd; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ipsen Biopharm Ltd in Wrexham is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. You will ensure safe, compliant, and efficient production while promoting a culture of engagement and continuous improvement.

The role requires a proven track record in GMP, team leadership, budget control, and lean methods. You will drive performance, manage resources, and mentor Shift Managers and Operators to deliver high-quality medicines for patients.

Qualifications

• Significant pharmaceutical manufacturing leadership experience with safe, compliant operations.
• Proven ability to lead, develop and manage teams to meet deadlines and targets.
• Experience in budgeting and cost control within manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on lean, continuous improvement and process optimisation experience.
• Strong working knowledge of GMP, QMS, RCA/CAPA and regulatory audit environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing operations to meet safety, quality, cost, and supply targets.
• Own GMP compliance, audit readiness, and quality risk management within the department.
• Drive production performance through resource planning, KPI management, and issue resolution.
• Lead, develop, and engage Shift Managers, Team Leaders, and Operators to build high-performing teams.
• Champion continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Manage departmental budgets, costs, and capacity to align with business objectives.

Skills

Pharma manufacturing leadership

Team leadership and development

Budget and cost control

Lean manufacturing / continuous int.

GMP, QMS, RCA/CAPA knowledge

Job description

Ipsen Biopharm Ltd in Wrexham is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. You will ensure safe, compliant, and efficient production while promoting a culture of engagement and continuous improvement.

The role requires a proven track record in GMP, team leadership, budget control, and lean methods. You will drive performance, manage resources, and mentor Shift Managers and Operators to deliver high-quality medicines for patients.