GMP Operations Manager

1w1 week ago

Baxter International Inc.

Oxford, GB · Full-time · £60,000 – £80,000

About this role

At Baxter, every person deserves a chance to live a healthy life, a belief since 1931. The Operations Manager leads the Compounding facility and dedicated operations team for their designated Unit. They manage and develop processes to ensure efficiency, productivity, and profitability while growing the team.

Responsible for day-to-day operation of the Compounding area, ensuring team and individual compliance with procedures and regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and improve performance for on-time delivery to patients. Analyze and report on key benchmarks at management reviews.

Lead and motivate operations staff to achieve goals and strategic objectives. Foster a positive culture and collaborative work environment that encourages teamwork and employee development. Develop the Team Leader group and a robust succession plan.

Act as Production Approver for investigations, nonconformance reports, auditors, and regulators. Identify and lead continuous improvement projects for quality, reliability, and cost improvements. Here, find more than a job—purpose and pride in saving and sustaining lives.

Requirements

4–6 years’ experience in a leadership role/function
Proven knowledge of applicable procedures, specifications, regulations, and standards
Proven leadership experience with track record of consistently meeting results
Proven ability to manage/supervise a large and diverse team of employees
Proven knowledge or experience in EU GMP Annex 1 particularly in aseptic manufacturing environments
Bachelor’s degree (life science, business management or engineering) or equivalent experience required
Competency in financial analysis and budget management
English minimum equivalent to RQF Grade 2, EQF Grade 3 or SCQF Grade 5

Responsibilities

Lead and motivate a team of operations staff to achieve operational goals and strategic objectives
Manage day-to-day operation of the Compounding area ensuring compliance with procedures and regulations
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and ensure on-time delivery to patients
Analyze and report on key benchmarks at management reviews
Act as Production Approver for investigations, nonconformance reports, auditors, and regulators
Develop capacity plan for the department and ensure adherence to regulatory expectations
Develop budget for the department and ensure adherence to budget
Identify and lead continuous improvement projects achieving quality, reliability, and cost improvements