245 Manufacturing Lead jobs in the United Kingdom
Manufacturing Lead
Posted 15 days ago
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Role: Manufacturing Lead
Type: Permanent
Location: South Wales
SRG are currently recruiting for a Manufacturing Lead for a successful client based in South Wales. As Manufacturing Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, driving continuous improvement, and promoting high EHS standards.
Key Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
- Lead and manage manufacturing operations to meet production targets and quality standards
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies
- Drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams
- Promote safety through EHS awareness
- Incident controller in the event of a site emergency
- Manage budgets and cost control.
Criteria:
- Proven experience in a manufacturing leadership role within a highly regulated industry
- Strong understanding of GMP, ISO standards, or other relevant regulatory frameworks
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage change and drive operational excellence
- Relevant degree or equivalent experience in engineering, manufacturing, or related field.
If interested, please apply or contact Julia for more information: / (phone number removed)
Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Manufacturing Lead
Posted 15 days ago
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Role: Manufacturing Lead
Type: Permanent
Location: South Wales
SRG are currently recruiting for a Manufacturing Lead for a successful client based in South Wales. As Manufacturing Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, driving continuous improvement, and promoting high EHS standards.
Key Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
- Lead and manage manufacturing operations to meet production targets and quality standards
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies
- Drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams
- Promote safety through EHS awareness
- Incident controller in the event of a site emergency
- Manage budgets and cost control.
Criteria:
- Proven experience in a manufacturing leadership role within a highly regulated industry
- Strong understanding of GMP, ISO standards, or other relevant regulatory frameworks
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage change and drive operational excellence
- Relevant degree or equivalent experience in engineering, manufacturing, or related field.
If interested, please apply or contact Julia for more information: / (phone number removed)
Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Manufacturing Lead
Posted 2 days ago
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Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch: Convatec is a global medical products and technologies company, focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading positions in Advanced Wound Care, Ostomy Care, Continence Care, and Infusion Care. With more than 10,000 colleagues, we provide our products and services in around 90 countries, united by a promise to be forever caring. Our solutions provide a range of benefits, from infection prevention and protection of at-risk skin, to improved patient outcomes and reduced care costs. Convatec's revenues in 2024 were over $2 billion. The company is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index (LSE:CTEC). To learn more please visit the role:**
This role is integral to the effective Management and Leadership of the Manufacturing environment, through forecasting the requirements of production to achieving production targets and meeting customer service levels while maintaining and promoting high EHS standards. Key attributes are to drive performance through efficient utilization of resources, effective cost management and adherence to quality systems in order to meet business objectives.
**Your key duties and responsibilities:**
+ Communicates and sets the vision and strategy for the manufacturing team.
+ Promotes safety and quality through EHS awareness, while leading the team to meet manufacturing standards.
+ Incident controller in the event of a site emergency.
+ Responsible through the Senior Operators for the safe issue and hand back of permits to work.
+ Leads and documents first line Root Cause Analysis into EHS issues on shift.
+ Maintains risk assessments for manufacturing operations.
+ Role models the right GMP behaviours and ensures quality standards are always followed by the manufacturing teams.
+ Leads out and documents event management for non-conformances.
+ Carrys out Root Cause Analysis for Trackwise events.
+ Carrys out all aspects of personnel management for manufacturing and warehouse team - performance, disciplinary action, absence, sickness, holidays, conflict, recruitment, induction, overtime and training.
+ Drives the Company's Mission, Values and Priorities, as well as the performance coaching process, to ensure a consistent high-performance culture.
+ Consistently develops people through coaching, counseling and delegation.
+ Engages the team to work together effectively and ensures the team follow instructions for both EHS & Quality.
+ Ensures a Continuous Improvement environment and challenges the norm to keep driving improvements.
+ Empowers team members to generate ideas and solutions and drives the improvement activity.
+ Manages departmental budgets and product standards including accountability for performance, reporting and meeting customer service levels.
+ Responsible for ensuring all elements of resource planning for manufacturing units to hit production plans.
+ Liaises closely with planning, maintenance and quality teams.
+ Ensures manufacturing processes are always operated to standard operating procedures.
+ Investigates, documents and communicates any exception (breakdowns, damage, scrap runs etc).
+ DSEAR and ATEX regulations compliance.
**Skills & Experience:**
+ Internal Lead Auditor Certification and experience in executing audits.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an open, collaborative, interactive leadership style.
+ Ability to build and nurture strong and positive relationships with other leaders to partner effectively.
+ Balanced technical understanding of products and processes combined with business and compliance acumen.
**Qualifications/Education:**
+ Proven success in a complex manufacturing environment.
+ Experience in leading manufacturing in a regulated industry.
+ Expert knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques.
+ Strong leadership qualities and motivational skills.
+ Relevant degree or higher education with appropriate experience.
**Travel Requirements:**
+ The position may involve occasional travel.
**Working Conditions:**
+ This role is based in Rhymney's manufacturing site with an on-site working structure.
**Ready to join us?**
At Convatec, we're pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch. If you're ready to make a real impact, apply today and help us bring our Forever Caring promise to life.
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Manufacturing Lead
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Manufacturing Lead
Posted 2 days ago
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Role: Manufacturing Lead
Type: 6-month + Contract
Location: South Wales
SRG are currently recruiting for a Manufacturing Lead for a successful client based in South Wales. As Manufacturing Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, driving continuous improvement, and promoting high EHS standards.
Key Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
- Lead and manage manufacturing operations to meet production targets and quality standards
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies
- Drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams
- Promote safety through EHS awareness
- Incident controller in the event of a site emergency
- Manage budgets and cost control.
Criteria:
- Proven experience in a manufacturing leadership role within a highly regulated industry
- Strong understanding of GMP, ISO standards, or other relevant regulatory frameworks
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage change and drive operational excellence
- Relevant degree or equivalent experience in engineering, manufacturing, or related field.
If interested, please apply or contact Julia for more information: /
DNA Manufacturing Lead
Posted 4 days ago
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DNA Manufacturing Lead
Location – Cambridge
Sector – Biotechnology
Salary – £60,000 - £80,000 (depending on interview performance & experience)
Full time, permanent role
We are currently offering the opportunity for someone to lead the manufacturing operations within an innovative biotechnology company based in Cambridge.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
The Role
As the Manufacturing Lead, you will be responsible for:
- Scheduling of production campaigns and management of team workload, li>Line management of team members – including target setting, one-to-one meetings, employee appraisals, < i>Ensuring cGMP compliance and a safe working environment,
- Monitoring manufacturing progress by leading team meetings,
- Approving key QMS documentation.
Current / Recent Experience Required:
- Extensive line management experience within a manufacturing / production role (essential).
- Prior experience working within a cGMP-compliant environment (essential).
- A degree (e.g. BSc / MSc / MSci / MRes) or professional experience related to DNA / molecular biology / biological sciences / biochemistry (essental). li>An understanding of cleanroom procedures (desirable).
Profile Required:
- Existing UK work eligibility (essential).
- Happy to commute / relocate to Cambridge (essential).
The Package
As an up-and-coming Cambridge Biotech, our client can offer a competitive salary and benefits package including private pension and private health insurance.
Site Manufacturing Lead
Posted 15 days ago
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The Site Manufacturing Lead will oversee production operations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and quality standards are met within the FMCG industry. This role requires a proactive approach to team leadership and operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.
Client Details
The company is a medium-sized organisation within the FMCG sector, known for its commitment to quality and innovation. Based in the Central Belt of Scotland they focus on delivering exceptional products to its customers.
Description
- Lead and manage production teams to achieve manufacturing targets, (4 Managers across 4 shifts)
- Ensure adherence to health, safety, and quality standards within the site.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
- Monitor and analyse production performance metrics to optimise processes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align production goals with business objectives.
- Oversee the maintenance of equipment to ensure operational reliability.
- Develop and implement strategies to meet customer demands and deadlines.
- Provide leadership and training to staff to foster a high-performing culture.
Profile
A successful Site Manufacturing Lead should have:
- Proven experience in a leadership role within the FMCG industry.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and operational best practices.
- Familiarity with health and safety regulations in a production environment.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Effective communication and team management abilities.
- A results-driven mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
Job Offer
- A competitive salary of approximately 60-65k per annum.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- A permanent position within a well-established FMCG company.
- The chance to lead and make a tangible impact on manufacturing operations.
If you're ready to take on this rewarding challenge, apply now to join a thriving team in the FMCG sector!
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DNA Manufacturing Lead
Posted 4 days ago
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DNA Manufacturing Lead
Location – Cambridge
Sector – Biotechnology
Salary – £60,000 - £80,000 (depending on interview performance & experience)
Full time, permanent role
We are currently offering the opportunity for someone to lead the manufacturing operations within an innovative biotechnology company based in Cambridge.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
The Role
As the Manufacturing Lead, you will be responsible for:
- Scheduling of production campaigns and management of team workload, li>Line management of team members – including target setting, one-to-one meetings, employee appraisals, < i>Ensuring cGMP compliance and a safe working environment,
- Monitoring manufacturing progress by leading team meetings,
- Approving key QMS documentation.
Current / Recent Experience Required:
- Extensive line management experience within a manufacturing / production role (essential).
- Prior experience working within a cGMP-compliant environment (essential).
- A degree (e.g. BSc / MSc / MSci / MRes) or professional experience related to DNA / molecular biology / biological sciences / biochemistry (essental). li>An understanding of cleanroom procedures (desirable).
Profile Required:
- Existing UK work eligibility (essential).
- Happy to commute / relocate to Cambridge (essential).
The Package
As an up-and-coming Cambridge Biotech, our client can offer a competitive salary and benefits package including private pension and private health insurance.
Site Manufacturing Lead
Posted 15 days ago
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The Site Manufacturing Lead will oversee production operations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and quality standards are met within the FMCG industry. This role requires a proactive approach to team leadership and operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.
Client Details
The company is a medium-sized organisation within the FMCG sector, known for its commitment to quality and innovation. Based in the Central Belt of Scotland they focus on delivering exceptional products to its customers.
Description
- Lead and manage production teams to achieve manufacturing targets, (4 Managers across 4 shifts)
- Ensure adherence to health, safety, and quality standards within the site.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
- Monitor and analyse production performance metrics to optimise processes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align production goals with business objectives.
- Oversee the maintenance of equipment to ensure operational reliability.
- Develop and implement strategies to meet customer demands and deadlines.
- Provide leadership and training to staff to foster a high-performing culture.
Profile
A successful Site Manufacturing Lead should have:
- Proven experience in a leadership role within the FMCG industry.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and operational best practices.
- Familiarity with health and safety regulations in a production environment.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Effective communication and team management abilities.
- A results-driven mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
Job Offer
- A competitive salary of approximately 60-65k per annum.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- A permanent position within a well-established FMCG company.
- The chance to lead and make a tangible impact on manufacturing operations.
If you're ready to take on this rewarding challenge, apply now to join a thriving team in the FMCG sector!
Advanced Manufacturing Lead
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The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of modern manufacturing techniques, materials science, and process control. You should have a proven track record of successfully leading technology adoption projects and improving production workflows. Strong project management skills, excellent analytical abilities, and the capacity to translate complex technical concepts into practical applications are crucial. You will also be involved in developing training programs for production staff to ensure proficiency with new technologies and maintaining comprehensive documentation of new processes and equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the research, development, and implementation of advanced manufacturing technologies.
- Evaluate and select new equipment and processes to improve efficiency and quality.
- Manage projects related to manufacturing technology adoption, from conception to full integration.
- Collaborate with R&D and engineering teams to pilot and scale new manufacturing methods.
- Optimize existing production lines for better performance and cost-effectiveness.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for new processes and equipment.
- Provide technical guidance and training to manufacturing personnel.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to advanced manufacturing initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
- Contribute to strategic planning for future manufacturing capabilities.
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in manufacturing, with a focus on advanced technologies.
- Demonstrated experience in project management and leading cross-functional teams.
- Strong knowledge of additive manufacturing, automation, robotics, and Industry 4.0 concepts.
- Proficiency in CAD/CAM software and simulation tools.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Experience with hybrid work models and ability to balance office and remote tasks effectively.