At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a high-performing team in pharmaceutical production, driving efficiency and quality.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company with a commitment to growth and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health insurance, pension fund, and paid holidays.
- Other info: Opportunity for long-term career progression and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Why this job: Shape the future of production in a modern, dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in pharmaceutical production management and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
Location: Outside Omagh, Co. Tyrone
Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 Dependant on Experience + benefits
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Are you an experienced Production Manager ready to take ownership of a high-performing Pharmaceutical manufacturing operation? This is a standout opportunity to join a well-established, forward-thinking company experiencing sustained growth. You'll lead a skilled team, drive operational excellence, and shape the future of production within a modern, dynamic environment.
If you thrive on improving processes, motivating people, and delivering results, this role gives you the platform — and the autonomy — to make a real impact.
Key Responsibilities- You'll lead the full production function, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality output.
- Overseeing day-to-day production operations, ensuring targets for output, quality, and efficiency are consistently met.
- Leading, coaching, and developing production teams, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Implementing lean manufacturing principles, driving waste reduction, process optimisation, and cost efficiency.
- Managing production planning and scheduling to meet customer demand and delivery deadlines.
- Monitoring KPIs and performance metrics, using data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Ensuring compliance with health & safety standards, promoting a safe working environment and continuous safety improvement.
- Collaborating with engineering, quality, maintenance, and supply chain teams to resolve issues and enhance operational performance.
- Managing budgets, resources, and staffing levels, ensuring optimal utilisation.
- Driving quality standards, ensuring products meet customer and regulatory requirements.
- Leading root-cause analysis and corrective actions to address production issues.
- Supporting new product introductions, ensuring smooth integration into production.
- Championing continuous improvement initiatives, encouraging innovation and operational excellence.
- Reporting regularly to senior management on performance, challenges, and strategic recommendations.
You'll be a strong fit if you bring:
- Proven experience as a Pharmaceutical Production Manager or similar leadership role in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong people-management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
- A track record of improving processes, productivity, and quality.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and a data-driven mindset.
- Strong understanding of lean manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement methodologies.
- Ability to work under pressure, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
This role offers more than just a competitive salary — it offers a career-defining opportunity:
- £55,000 – £65,000 salary, depending on experience.
- Opportunity to lead and shape a growing production function.
- Supportive senior leadership team with a genuine commitment to improvement.
- Long-term career progression within a stable and expanding business.
- Modern manufacturing environment with ongoing investment in people and technology.
- Cash plan health Insurance (Family can be added).
- Early finish on Fridays.
- Lean Production
- Material flow
- Production Line Management
- Optimise Production
- Paid Holidays
- Parking
- Pension Fund
- Medical Aid / Health Care
- Laptop
Pharmaceutical Production Manager in Omagh employer: MPA Recruitment
Join a forward-thinking pharmaceutical manufacturing company located just outside Omagh, Co. Tyrone, where you will have the opportunity to lead a skilled team in a modern and dynamic environment. With a strong commitment to employee growth, a supportive leadership team, and a culture that champions continuous improvement, this role not only offers a competitive salary but also the chance to make a meaningful impact on production processes and team development. Enjoy benefits such as health insurance, pension contributions, and an early finish on Fridays, all while being part of a stable and expanding business.
