Head of Production

Head of Production – West Sussex

Are you an experienced pharmaceutical operations leader looking to drive transformational change? This is an exceptional opportunity to join a forward-thinking global organization dedicated to improving patients’ lives through innovative therapies.

We are seeking a proactive, strategic Head of Production to lead manufacturing operations at a dynamic West Sussex facility, ensuring world-class standards in safety, compliance, and efficiency. This role would suit someone passionate about continuous improvement, lean frameworks, and building strong, future-proof teams in a highly regulated environment.

The Company: Join a respected global pharmaceutical company at the forefront of developing life-changing treatments. With a strong culture of innovation and collaboration, this organization offers a supportive, agile environment where your expertise will directly influence operational success. The business is committed to investing in people and processes, making it an exciting time to become part of their journey toward excellence and growth.

Qualifications & Experience

• Extensive experience in GMP compliant pharmaceutical manufacturing.

• BSc in a Scientific, Engineering, or Management discipline.

• Proven leadership of large teams within complex, matrix environments.

• Track record in driving change, capacity planning, and operational strategies.

Responsibilities

As Head of Production, you will provide strategic leadership for all site manufacturing activities, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and engagement across production operations:

• Champion a Safety-First culture and ensure full cGMP compliance.

• Lead, develop, and motivate the production team to achieve business goals.

• Oversee financial performance, capacity planning, and resource allocation.

• Drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Manage change programs for new product launches and operational enhancements.

• Engage and influence stakeholders, promoting transparency and accountability.

Skills / Technical Competencies

• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical production processes.

• Expertise in lean principles, process improvement, and problem-solving.

• Ability to manage complex operational and financial performance metrics.

Nice to Haves

• Experience in steriles/biologics manufacturing.

• Familiarity with ERP implementation.

• Previous exposure to large-scale change management projects.

If you’re a passionate and results-driven leader seeking a high-impact role with long-term opportunities, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to discuss this exciting opportunity in detail