The Manufacturing Manager will lead and manage manufacturing operations to meet the company’s strategic goals, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The Manufacturing Manager will be comfortable working to tight deadlines and will work closely with Quality, Operations, Engineering, R&D, and Supply Chain teams to meet company objectives.
Key Responsibilities: (full job description available on request)
Oversee daily manufacturing operations (liquids, creams, powders) ensuring quality, productivity, and timely supply.
Coordinate weekly schedules with Planning and ensure adherence to manufacturing instructions and GMP standards.
Manage batch paperwork, SOP approvals, and document reviews for compliance and accuracy.
Plan manpower, monitor yields, and drive process efficiency to meet KPIs like waste reduction and cost savings.
Ensure timely procurement of consumables and effective training programs for staff.
Lead audits (GMP, EHS&S) and handle deviations, OOS/OOT investigations, and corrective actions.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement by analyzing processes and implementing performance enhancements.
Approve all master manufacturing documents including validation protocols & SOP’s.
Manage and maximise team and individual performance through leadership, facilitation and employee development
Responsible for identifying training needs of operators, supervisors and other staff members and ensuring training is carried out as required
What we are looking for:
7+ years in the pharmaceutical industry, ideally in manufacturing or supply management.
Third-level qualification in science, engineering, or manufacturing (post-graduate in management is a plus).
Strong leadership and team management skills with a proven track record in performance improvement.
Knowledge of pharmaceutical GMP (EU) and experience with liquid filling operations preferred.
Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills in a regulated environment.
For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Aisling Lane.
aisling.lane@collinsmcnicholas.ie