Reagent Operations Director - Bradford-on-Avon, United Kingdom - ProTech Recruitment

    ProTech Recruitment
    ProTech Recruitment Bradford-on-Avon, United Kingdom

    2 weeks ago

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    Exciting opportunity alert How do you feel about joining a vibrant Point-of-Care operations team as the Reagent Operations Director? You'll spearhead PCR reagent production to fuel the success of a leading healthcare company's cartridge manufacturing CMOs. This role involves overseeing production staff, site operations, and external suppliers, driving optimisation and scalability in rapid POC device manufacturing.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Inspire and lead the production team to surpass targets
    • Cultivate a collaborative, safe, and quality-centric work culture
    • Tackle production hurdles through cross-functional collaboration
    • Ensure staff adhere to industry standards (GMP, GDP) through comprehensive training
    • Strategically manage budget and pioneer cost-saving initiatives
    • Champion NPI and NPD processes for ongoing enhancements
    • Supervise quality assurance and compliance efforts
    • Maintain equipment integrity and calibration standards
    • Collaborate with Supply Chain for efficient production planning and procurement

    Required Qualifications

    • Proficiency in PCR reagents and processes
    • Familiarity with ISO13485/cGMP compliance
    • Strong understanding of molecular biology, particularly PCR
    • Knowledge of aseptic technique principles
    • Experience scaling reagent manufacturing operations
    • Previous leadership experience in production environments
    • Track record of managing third-party providers in regulated settings
    • Skilled in manufacturing site management
    • Extensive (5+ years) experience in formulated reagent manufacturing (preferably GMP)
    • Proven project management skills and adept presentation abilities