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.
Welwyn Garden City
Welwyn Garden City is a town in Hertfordshire in the East of England region. It is located approximately 25 miles north of central London. Other towns and cities nearby include Luton which is 15 miles away, Watford 22 miles away, Hemel Hempstead 15 miles and Stevenage 10 miles. Welwyn Garden City was the second garden city in England and one of the first new towns. Welwyn Garden City's proximity to London and excellent transport links make it a convenient commuter town. Direct trains run to both Kings Cross and Moorgate stations in London as well as Cambridge and Peterborough.
Owned by the University of Hertfordshire, BioPark is a research and development facility providing specialist laboratories and conference facilities for bioscience, health technology, biopharmaceutical, contract research, medical technology and other biomedical businesses. The Tesco HQ is located in Welwyn Garden City.
Famous people from Welwyn Garden City: Nick Faldo, Golfer and Alesha Dixon, singer
