Assistant Production Manager

☞ Mercury Hampton Ltd

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Update day: 14-05-2024

Location: Oxford South East

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Job Title: Assistant Production Manager
Company/Division: A global medical device and Medicine manufacturer
Location: Oxford, Newbury, Swindon, Gloucester area
Reports to: Production Manager

Mercury Hampton is exclusively retained on this vacancy.

The Role:
We are working with a well-established manufacturer and distributor of medicines, medical devices, and general pharmacy products who have a rich history spanning over a century. There commitment to quality and compliance has made them a global player in the industry.

The Operations Department is led by the Director of Operations and has responsibility for production, logistics, engineering, health and safety and site management. Working in a highly regulated industry quality compliance is seen as a companywide responsibility and a critical area of focus for the team.

Role Summary:
Joining our experienced Operations Team, the Assistant Production Manager will play a key role in ensuring the timely delivery of our products while upholding the highest standards of compliance and quality. Reporting to the Production Manager, this role involves supporting and managing a team of Production Operatives, contributing to various facets of operational success.

Roles and Responsibilities: Product:
  • Ensure manufacturing and packing align with production plans and GMP/regulatory requirements.
  • Oversee manufacturing documentation and assign duties to the Production Operative Team.
  • Monitor production performance, equipment availability, and adherence to schedules.
Scheduling:
  • Allocate daily workloads, manage team productivity, and optimize resources for quality and efficiency.
  • Create realistic short-term schedules in line with departmental targets and customer demand.
Compliance:
  • Uphold GMP and EHS procedures, review practices, and contribute to policy updates.
  • Address deviations and escalate issues when necessary to the Production Manager.
Training & Employee Support:
  • Collaborate with the Production Manager to ensure comprehensive team training.
  • Support Production Operatives in meeting objectives and enhancing processes.
  • Manage performance, absence, and development plans of team members, including conflict resolution.
General:
  • Implement Best Practices, record KPI data, and propose improvements to enhance productivity and safety.
  • Manage daily operations, including waste management, environment monitoring, and materials assembly.
  • Collaborate with the Warehouse and Operational Management for timely material delivery and collection.
  • Maintain stock levels of consumables and Personal Protective Equipment.
General Approach to Working:
  • Uphold high standards, follow company policies, and exhibit a supportive, team-oriented mindset.
  • Demonstrate organizational skills and flexibility to meet customer needs and KPIs while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
Requirements:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • 5+ years in a GMP production environment.
  • GCSE level numeracy and literacy skills or equivalent.
  • Proficiency in computer applications, including Excel.
  • Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience.
The Package: As the Assistant Production Manager, you’ll receive a starting salary of £33,000 - £38,000+ 4% company pension + other benefits. The working hours for this role is industry-leading and are as follows:

9-day fortnight working pattern;
  • Week 1 Monday – Thursday 07:15am – 17:00pm
Friday: 07:15am – 13:00pm

  • Week 2 Monday – Thursday 07:15am – 17:00pm
Friday: OFF – nonworking day

To Apply: This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced production individual to join a busy manufacturing business with the opportunity to progress. Please apply with your CV and a cover letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this role.
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Deadline: 28-06-2024

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