Head of Manufacturing

A Head of Manufacturing opportunity has become available at our diagnostics manufacturing client. The main purpose of this role is to manage all analytical, dispensing and manufacturing processes within manufacturing of ELISA plates, conjugates, diluents and other intermediates. As such, it is highly desirable that this person has previous experience in another ELISA manufacturing company. As a leadership figure, you must also have previous experience in a management role. This is an on-site role, Monday - Friday. This is a unique opportunity to join the senior leadership team of an exciting and growing business.

Duties

Leadership of manufacturing, analytical and dispensing
Membership of the site management
Evolution of manufacturing processes and procedures to support business
Delivery of approved, manufactured intermediates within target
Monitoring and reporting of
Resource planning in line with business growth and
Manage inventory availability and accuracy in line with product
Develop department strategy to achieve business growth
Work closely with internal and external business
Identify opportunities for efficiencies and improvements within the
Support in annual budget
Ensure all production facilities are well maintained, and equipment
Ensure all activities within manufacturing operate safely and within ISO9001
Appropriate use of the QMS and associated documents to ensure compliance during
Present to senior leadership as
To perform any other duties as required by the

Experience & Education Required

Significant experience in the manufacturing group of a life science business (ELISA experience highly desirable)
Minimum of 3 years within a management
Experience in the use of ERP systems in an operational environment (required).
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Powerpoint, Teams, Excel, Word).
Understanding of GMP/GLP.
Understanding of managing production
Ability to be methodical, conscientious, organized and show attention to
Ability to lead, guide direct team members in departmental procedures as required by the
Good communication at all levels and time management
Adaptability to plan and to work with
To maintain a high level of integrity, motivation, and reliability in all
To be decisive where needed, display decision making skills, provide relevant guidance, mentoring and leadership of the team.
Adaptable, proactive, and flexible to change