Job overview

We are looking for an experienced Senior Production Supervisor to oversee the planning and coordination of a team involved in the aseptic manufacture of medicines. The role will involve working as a member of the Senior Pharmacy Production Team to oversee the safe manufacture of radiopharmaceuticals and ready to administer injectables.

The post holder will be responsible for the operational management of the production team, ensuring that scheduling and manufacture of unlicensed specials occurs in a safe and regulatory compliant environment. They will play an important role in developing new products and processes through Quality Risk Management (QRM) and Quality by Design (QBD) principles.

The role includes leading on training and professional development initiatives, with a focus on anticipating future service needs.

Main duties of the job

The main duties are:

• Operational management of the Production team under the guidance of the Lead Production Supervisor.
• Ensuring adherence to regulations including  Good Manufacturing Practice, Good Distribution Practice, Ionising Radiation Regulations, Health and Safety at work and any other relevant statutory requirements.
• Coordinating the training and education of staff.
• Undertaking product inspection prior to QC release.
• Contributing to the maintenance of the Pharmaceutical Quality System.
• Leading on the procurement of raw materials and consumables to ensure sufficient management of stock levels.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.

Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people. 

Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.

Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone.  To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/

NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.