Biopharmaceutical Production Manager

About the role

This role sits in a dynamic operations team delivering medicines to patients globally. The Production Manager reports to the Value Stream Lead and Site Leadership and is responsible for safe, compliant and cost-effective execution of biopharmaceutical processes, working with department heads on projects that improve performance for current and future products.

Key responsibilities

• Partner with NPI leads and support team managers to implement new products and equipment
• Manage 4 shifts in a 24/7 facility, overseeing production supervisors, specialists and front-line staff
• Ensure compliance with manufacturing, safety and environmental regulations (GSK QMS/EHS, CFR/cGMP, OSHA, local/state/federal requirements)
• Oversee documentation, approve batch documents, maintain SOPs and logbooks, and ensure data integrity controls
• Set departmental priorities using operational data and staff capacity, and meet department and site KPIs for safety, quality and supply
• Approve safety and compliance investigations and hold teams accountable for engineering, validation and tech transfer studies
• Recommend updates to digital platforms, develop workforce plans and define production and staffing needs

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Biomedical, Engineering or Biotechnology
• 7+ years of experience in biopharmaceutical, biotechnology or a related technology-driven industry
• 3+ years in a management role overseeing direct and indirect reports
• Preferred: Master's degree in biological sciences or engineering, 5+ years in large-scale manufacturing, hands-on operations and people leadership experience

Required skills

• Proficient verbal and written communication and teamwork
• Commitment to quality and compliance with a proven track record
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with influence and relationship building