Assistant Production Manager

About the role

The Assistant Production Manager will support the daily operations of a pharmaceutical manufacturing site operating under GMP regulations. Working closely with the Production Manager, the role ensures that manufacturing, packaging and equipment cleaning activities are carried out safely, efficiently and in compliance with regulatory standards.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate production personnel and oversee daily manufacturing activities.
• Ensure production plans, schedules and departmental KPIs are met.
• Supervise manufacturing, packaging, equipment cleaning and in‑process controls.
• Review batch records, SOPs and other production documentation.
• Collaborate with QA on deviations, CAPAs and validation activities.
• Troubleshoot production issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure staff receive appropriate training and follow health and safety procedures.

Required profile

• Degree in Pharmacy, a STEM‑related subject or equivalent.
• Minimum four years’ experience in a GMP‑regulated pharmaceutical environment.
• Strong organisational, leadership and problem‑solving abilities.

Required skills

• Pharmaceutical production knowledge.
• EU GMP requirements.
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) management.
• Batch documentation handling.
• CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) processes.
• Validation activities.