Role at a glance
- Job function
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Manufacturing & Skilled Trades Manufacturing & Production
- Salary
- Not Disclosed
- Location
- Paisley, United Kingdom
- Work arrangement
- On-site
- Employment
- Full-time
- Experience
- Advanced Degree, no prior experience required, or Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience, preferably in pharmaceutical, biotech or regulated industry
- Education
- Advanced Degree, no prior experience required, or Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience, preferably in pharmaceutical, biotech or...
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Role Summary
The Manufacturing Team Leader guides and develops a manufacturing team while overseeing safety, quality, and production efficiency. The role coordinates production activities across shifts and works with support functions to maintain cGMP compliance and improve operations.
What You'll Do
- Coordinate department activities across shifts to meet production schedules and equipment efficiency requirements.
- Manage daily production activities while maintaining safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
- Conduct performance reviews and provide coaching and training to team members.
- Work with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and other support functions on continuous improvement initiatives and workflow optimization.
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View full postingQualifications
Advanced degree with no prior experience, or bachelor's degree plus 2 years of experience; leadership experience managing teams of 5–15; knowledge of cGMP, ISO standards, and quality management systems; troubleshooting and root cause analysis; manufacturing documentation and batch records; manufacturing execution systems and Microsoft Office; communication and interpersonal skills; continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma); ability to work rotating shifts, stand for extended periods, lift up to 40 lbs, and work in cleanrooms with required PPE and gowning.
Required
- Leadership experience managing teams of 5–15 people.
- Strong knowledge of cGMP, ISO standards, and quality management systems.
- Troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities.
- Advanced knowledge of manufacturing documentation and batch record requirements.
- Proficiency with manufacturing execution systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for leading teams and interfacing with stakeholders.
- Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma).
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed; ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to...
Preferred
- Pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated-industry experience preferred.
- Preferred fields of study: Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or related technical field.
- IOSH Managing Safely certification advantageous.
- Lean Six Sigma certification (Yellow Belt or higher) beneficial.
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Work Schedule
OtherEnvironmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.)Job Description
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.DESCRIPTION:
As a Team Leader in Manufacturing Operations at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will guide and develop a high-performing team while ensuring excellence in safety, quality, and production efficiency. You will coordinate department activities across shifts to meet production schedules and equipment efficiency requirements while maintaining strict adherence to cGMP standards. This role combines leadership with strategic operational oversight to deliver important products that help our customers make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.
Working closely with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance and other support functions, you will lead continuous improvement initiatives, optimize workflows, and cultivate a culture of safety and quality excellence. You will manage daily production activities, conduct performance reviews, provide coaching and training, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements while maintaining optimal cost-benefit ratios.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Advanced Degree, no prior experience required, or Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience, preferably in pharmaceutical, biotech or regulated industry
• Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Chemistry, Biology or related technical field
• IOSH Managing Safely certification advantageous
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Yellow Belt or higher) beneficial
• Leadership experience managing teams of 5-15 people
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, ISO standards and quality management systems
• Excellent troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing documentation and batch record requirements
• Proficiency with manufacturing execution systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for leading teams and interfacing with stakeholders
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)
• Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays as needed
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs
• Capable of working in cleanroom environments with required PPE and gowning procedures
About the company
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Large Enterprise
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, providing a wide range of analytical instruments, reagents, and software solutions for healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and life sciences research. With a commitment to innovation and quality, the company enables customers to make significant advancements in scientific discovery and healthcare diagnostics. Thermo Fisher operates in more than 50 countries and employs over 80,000 people, fostering a collaborative environment aimed at enhancing global health and safety. Through its broad portfolio of brands and technologies, the company plays a vital role in accelerating life-changing research and improving patient outcomes worldwide.