Manufacturing Manager - Biologics

Team Horizon is seeking a Manufacturing Manager - Biologics for a company based in Sligo. This role is crucial in ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will apply their extensive expertise and leadership skills to drive operational excellence and foster team development.

The site is a hub of innovation and excellence in the pharmaceutical industry located in the scenic County Sligo, Ireland. Our sophisticated facility is dedicated to producing high-quality biologics that are essential in improving health outcomes and transforming patient lives globally.

Why you should apply:

• This is an excellent opportunity to join a world class manufacturing operation, with an outstanding track record of reliably delivering high-quality medicines to patients around the world suffering serious illnesses.


• There is a strong culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the company to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people’s lives.


• Our client is developing the capability to produce all its medicines, helping to ensure continuity of supply of our medicines as they expand internationally.

What you will be doing:

• Lead and facilitate safe and effective operations of the biologics manufacturing team in compliance with all safety, regulatory, and organizational standards.


• Supervise and execute pharmaceutical processing activities to achieve operational objectives and provide daily updates on operational status.


• Provide leadership and motivation to maximize team effectiveness, clearly communicating tasks and goals to team members.


• Plan and coordinate resources to ensure sufficient personnel for safe, efficient manufacturing operations.


• Coordinate training requirements and train new team members to ensure a well-equipped team.


• Measure, report, and manage key performance metrics such as yield, usage, attendance, and overtime.


• Oversee manufacturing control system transactions for accuracy and timeliness.


• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality SOPs.


• Develop team members through appropriate training, task assignments, and performance reviews.


• Serve as a subject matter expert in interactions with QA department, regulatory bodies, and during internal audits.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast and procure necessary raw materials.


• Provide technical guidance on SOPs and batch records required for manufacturing.


• Manage compliance with applicable policies and ensure quality results through sound design and risk mitigation.

What you need to apply:

• 10+ years of experience in a pharma/biopharma manufacturing facility, with expertise in supply chain management, engineering, quality, and/or drug development.


• At least 3 years of direct management experience.


• Strong technical knowledge and application of industry practices and procedures.


• Proficiency in financial systems and fiscal control.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a diverse environment.