Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive and passionate Production Supervisor to join the Medicines Manufacturing Centre (MMC)a cutting-edge NHS pharmaceutical production facility based in Seaton Delaval, Northumberland. The MMC is in its final design stages, with facility construction planned through to September 2025. Initially, staff will be employed by Northumbria Healthcare Foundation NHS Trust, with employment transferring to the Medicines Manufacturing Centre Legal Liability Partnership (LLP) upon its formation under TUPE regulations.This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a pioneering NHS manufacturing facility, supporting a leadership team committed to quality, innovation, and patient care. The Medicines Manufacturing Centre (MMC) is a brand-new, purpose-built NHS pharmaceutical production facility located at the Northumbria Innovation and Manufacturing Hub in Seaton Delaval, Northumberland. This cutting-edge centre is part of the North East and North Cumbria Provider Collaborative and has been established to meet the growing need for high-quality aseptic products. Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once the required number of suitable applications have been received. Main duties of the job To contribute to the delivery of a GMP compliant pharmaceutical manufacturing facility that optimises the regional benefit from the £30 million funding provided by NHSE. Join a growing Production Management team dedicated to building a culture where staff feel valued, supported, and motivated to help patients from behind the scenes. Provide day-to-day floor-based supervision in the cleanrooms, supporting the manufacture of safe and effective unlicensed medicines. Be a visible and approachable leader, setting high standards for cleanroom behaviours, documentation, and GMP compliance. Support the onboarding, training, and competence development of production staff. Help shape a positive and inclusive production culture focused on teamwork, continuous improvement, and pride in patient impact. About us We manage three major locality hospitals at North Tyneside, Wansbeck and Hexham, plus a number of smaller community hospitals and clinics from Tynemouth to Berwick on Tweed, covering one of the largest geographical areas of any NHS trust in the country. Leading in innovation and quality - opening a state of the art Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital, the first of its kind in England. Do you want to work in one of the best performing NHS organisations in England? Work in an organisation that supports its staff and focuses on staff experience as much as it does the experience of its patients? You can live and breathe in an area that has the cleanest air, cost effective living, great nightlife, some of the best schools with a wealth of history available on your doorstep. Sound too good to be true? Well it isn't, this is what you get when you work for Northumbria Healthcare, this is the Northumbria Way Please read 'applicant guidance notes' before submitting your application. Date posted 09 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours Reference number 319-7113966JN Job locations Northumbria Innovation and Manufacturing Hub Avenue Road Seaton Delaval NE25 0QJ Job description Job responsibilities To supervise pharmaceutical manufacturing activities within the MMC cleanrooms, ensuring all operations are carried out in accordance with GMP and the MMCs MS Licence. To provide visible day-to-day leadership for cleanroom teams, ensuring smooth operation, staff coordination, and high standards of compliance. To ensure all activities follow approved SOPs, batch records, and documentation processes. To participate in the training, validation, and performance improvement of cleanroom staff. To support the Production Leads and Production Manager in delivering an efficient and responsive manufacturing operation. To act as the first line of leadership for Production Operatives and Accuracy Checking Technicians, ensuring they feel supported, informed, and part of the team. To promote a culture of pride, purpose, and professionalismhelping staff understand the vital impact of their work on patient care. To contribute to key production metrics and participate in performance reviews and quality improvement initiatives. To role model compassionate and inclusive leadership, fostering collaboration, open communication, and a shared sense of purpose across the production team. Job description Job responsibilities To supervise pharmaceutical manufacturing activities within the MMC cleanrooms, ensuring all operations are carried out in accordance with GMP and the MMCs MS Licence. To provide visible day-to-day leadership for cleanroom teams, ensuring smooth operation, staff coordination, and high standards of compliance. To ensure all activities follow approved SOPs, batch records, and documentation processes. To participate in the training, validation, and performance improvement of cleanroom staff. To support the Production Leads and Production Manager in delivering an efficient and responsive manufacturing operation. To act as the first line of leadership for Production Operatives and Accuracy Checking Technicians, ensuring they feel supported, informed, and part of the team. To promote a culture of pride, purpose, and professionalismhelping staff understand the vital impact of their work on patient care. To contribute to key production metrics and participate in performance reviews and quality improvement initiatives. To role model compassionate and inclusive leadership, fostering collaboration, open communication, and a shared sense of purpose across the production team. Person Specification Qualifications Essential oLevel 3 or BTEC qualification preferably in Pharmaceutical Manufacture discipline or relative experience. Desirable Postgraduate diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology and Quality Assurance Management qualification Experience Essential Advanced theoretical and practical knowledge, gained through training, including pharmaceutical manufacturing, preparation, procurement and contracting, auditing and unlicensed medicines. Expert knowledge of isolators and laminar airflow technology. Significant post qualification experience in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing. Evidence of successful team management Person Specification Qualifications Essential oLevel 3 or BTEC qualification preferably in Pharmaceutical Manufacture discipline or relative experience. Desirable Postgraduate diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology and Quality Assurance Management qualification Experience Essential Advanced theoretical and practical knowledge, gained through training, including pharmaceutical manufacturing, preparation, procurement and contracting, auditing and unlicensed medicines. Expert knowledge of isolators and laminar airflow technology. Significant post qualification experience in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing. Evidence of successful team management Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address Northumbria Innovation and Manufacturing Hub Avenue Road Seaton Delaval NE25 0QJ Employer's website https://www.northumbria.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)