Manufacturing Team Leader

Thermo Fisher Scientific UK

Rotating shift work (8-hour shifts: backshift, early shift, nightshift)
Rotating shift work including nights
Standing for full shift duration
Strict adherence to cgmp standards
Thermo Fisher Scientific UK is seeking a Manufacturing Team Leader to oversee production operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards in a regulated environment. The ideal candidate will possess leadership experience, a background in manufacturing (preferably in pharmaceuticals or biotech), and a strong commitment to continuous improvement. ###

Job Summary

  • This role guides a high-performing team to ensure excellence in safety, quality, and production efficiency within a global scientific mission.
  • The position requires coordinating department activities across rotating shifts while maintaining strict adherence to cGMP standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Candidates must be capable of working in cleanroom environments with hazardous materials while managing daily production activities and performance reviews.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Thermo Fisher Scientific UK is seeking a Manufacturing Team Leader to oversee production operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards in a regulated environment. The ideal candidate will possess leadership experience, a background in manufacturing (preferably in pharmaceuticals or biotech), and a strong commitment to continuous improvement. ###

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Rotating shift work including nights
  • Standing for full shift duration
  • Strict adherence to cGMP standards
  • Cleanroom gowning and PPE compliance
  • Managing teams of 5-15 people

Nice-to-have

  • Lean Six Sigma certification Yellow Belt
  • IOSH Managing Safely certification
  • Continuous improvement methodologies
  • Root cause analysis capabilities
  • Strong communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Previous manufacturing experience in pharma or biotech
  • Leadership experience managing 5-15 person teams
  • Advanced knowledge of cGMP and ISO standards
  • Proficiency with manufacturing execution systems
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs

Work Rights

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