Welcome to Next Phase Recruitment! Please see below our current jobs that match your search criteria. For a broader job search please visit the home page or call us on 01403 216216 to discuss career options in other areas of Life Science and Technology.
Welcome to Next Phase Recruitment! Please use the above link to see our current jobs that match your search criteria. For a broader job search please visit the home page or call us on 01403 216216 to discuss career options in other areas of Life Science and Technology.
Senior Production Manager
Senior Production Managers lead the day-to-day and strategic oversight of manufacturing operations in pharmaceutical, biotech, or cell & gene therapy environments. They are responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality products in a safe, compliant, and efficient manner.
Key responsibilities include:
Overseeing GMP-compliant production teams – Ensuring all manufacturing activities adhere to regulatory standards (MHRA, FDA, EMA) and internal SOPs.
Leading production planning and resource allocation – Managing schedules, batch priorities, and materials availability to meet demand and minimize downtime.
Driving continuous improvement – Using Lean Six Sigma or Kaizen methodologies to streamline workflows, reduce deviations, and enhance efficiency.
Managing team performance and development – Recruiting, training, and mentoring production staff, while fostering a culture of accountability and safety.
Collaborating across functions – Working closely with QA, QC, engineering, supply chain, and validation teams to ensure seamless operations.
Candidates typically have strong GMP knowledge, experience leading multidisciplinary teams, and the ability to manage complex tech transfers or scale-up projects.
Barnsley
Barnsley is located in South Yorkshire in the north of England halfway between Leeds and Sheffield and within easy reach of other large towns including Doncaster, Huddersfield and Wakefield. Originally mentioned in the Domesday Book, Barnsley grew into an industrial town centred on coal mining and glassmaking. Clinical research, healthcare, manufacturing and technology are among the many business areas currently providing employment in Barnsley. Barnsley is a foodie heaven with one of the best markets in South Yorkshire complemented by farm shops selling excellent local produce, country pubs, tea rooms and restaurants. Rolling countryside, including the Peak District, is easily accessible from Barnsley and is part of the Tour de Yorkshire route.
Famous people born in Barnsley: Dickie Bird (cricket umpire), Michael Parkinson (TV chat show host)
