Associate Process Leader (Trainee Manager)

Associate Process Leader (Trainee Manager) – Sterile Production

Location: Macclesfield, UK

Type: Permanent

Shift: initially days but future shift-based work (mix of early and late shifts, Approx 06:00- 14:15/ 13:45- 22:00 and weekend working)

Introduction to role:

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and develop your supervisory skills? Join us at AstraZeneca, where you can make a meaningful difference to patients’ lives. With science at its heart, our work is about transforming breakthroughs in the lab into transformative medicines for the world’s most complex diseases. We are currently looking for an Associate Production Manager to join our Operations team at our largest UK campus in Macclesfield.

Accountabilities:

As an Associate Production Manager, you will work alongside existing Production Manager to gain proficiency in manufacturing processes such as formulation, manufacturing, filling, and packaging. You will also gain experience in supporting processes such as deviation management and implementation of Manufacturing Excellence. You will be responsible for driving the day-to-day performance of defined processes in terms of adherence to plan, operational standards, cost, asset, cGMP and safety (SHE).

Essential Skills/Experience:

• A Science/Engineering degree, or equivalent academic/practical work experience

• Experience of working within a highly compliant or cGMP environment in either an Operational or Laboratory based role

• Experience in coaching or leading others

• Experience in problem solving or delivering continuous improvement initiatives

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Experience in project management

• Familiarity with digital platforms to improve performance

• Experience in implementing lean principles

At AstraZeneca, we 're dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development.

Interested? Come and join our journey!

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.