Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

When you’re part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do exciting work, and join a team that values performance, quality and innovation. As part of a successful, growing global organization you will be encouraged to perform at your best. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and chances to create significant contributions to the world.

How will you make an impact

The Manufacturing Manager:

Reporting to the Operations director the incumbent will lead and integrate the existing Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST), Liquid Supplements and Freeze Dried Supplements teams to create a single autonomous Operational Cell.

The role holder will be accountable for manufacture of ASTs along with Liquid and freeze dried supplest supporting revenue of approximately $70M dollars.

Accountable for developing an impactful team of approximately 50staff both direct and indirect reports working towards common goals. 

Ensures all products are manufactured in a safe, quality and timely manner that will meet customer expectations while meeting all cost commitments;

Is accountable for the overall performance of all aspects of the AST, LF & FDS Operational teams including safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity;

Provides leadership and guidance to their peer group / support functions ensuring that product scheduling, production planning, material and equipment availability within the Operational Cell are effective in achieving their customer and financial goals;

Accountable for ensuring that PPI is used to drive continuous improvement within the Operational cell acting as both an advocate through personal actions and coaching of their team.

What will you do

Maintain a safe work environment and instil safety awareness using 5S principles.

Lead and mentor the team to ensure high-quality and timely product manufacturing, elevating performance through effective partnerships and mentoring.

Oversee department spending within a £2.5M budget, developing financial/capital spend arguments to ensure business benefits.

Drive performance using a tiered accountability process and problem-solving tools, leading critical metrics to reviews to identify gaps and implement countermeasures.

Incorporate Lean Leadership practices like Visual Management, Stand-Up Meetings, GEMBA Walks, and Leader Standard Work, using lean techniques to eliminate waste and drive continuous improvement.

Ensure a flexible, trained team with comprehensive training and cross-training, mentoring your team promoting colleague engagement and accountability.

Set goals, prioritise, and coordinate improvement activities to meet business objectives while driving corrective actions alongside seeking opportunities to improve efficiency and customer service.

Maintain accurate staffing levels and coordinate work assignments, role modelling “Right the first time with the customer in mind.” Perform duties safely and consistently with the Code of Ethics and 4-I Values.

Other duties and cross-training as assigned, deputising for the Site Lead when required.

How will you get here

Bachelor’s degree / equivalent experience in business management, science, or engineering strongly preferred.

Extensive experience in a manufacturing environment with leadership experience.

Continuous process improvement mentality with the ability to lead and mange change.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Proficiency in Lean techniques.

Strong leadership and decision-making ability in a fast paced setting.

Business and/or technical engineering skills to understand product lines.

Understanding of Logistics, Finance, Sales, Engineering, and Human Resources in addition to Manufacturing and Quality.

Effective communication and alignment with Thermo Fisher Scientific's 4-I core values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement.

What We Offer

Compensation

Competitive Annual Pay RatePerformance Related Bonus where eligibleAnnual merit performance-based increase

Excellent Benefits

Medical BenefitsAnnual LeavePension PlanEmployee Referral Bonus

Career Advancement Opportunities