Production Manager - Laxido Operations
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 5, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 4, 2026.
Production Manager - Laxido Operations
Location: Based at our state-of-the-art custom designed facilities in Craigavon
Working Hours: Flexi Hours (core hours 10:00-16:00)
Salary: Highly Competitive plus excellent benefits package
Business Unit: Almac Pharma Services
Ref No.: HRJOB12023
The Role
Almac Pharma Services are currently hiring a Production Manager to lead and develop the Laxido Operations team.
This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for managing all Laxido Operations, leading a team of Production Shift Managers and Technical Support Team Leaders, and working closely with the wider Packaging and Logistics functions. The ideal candidate will be a confident, hands-on people leader with extensive experience in pharmaceutical operations and strong GMP mind-set.
Further details can be found in the attached Job Description.
Key Skills Required include:
- Leadership and Organisation
- Communication
- Analytical
- Initiative and Teamwork
Qualifications Required:
- Degree level qualification, or significant experience working in a similar role at a senior level
Experience Required:
- Management experience in a Manufacturing or Packaging operation.
- Experience of working in a pharmaceutical environment or regulatory environment
- Experience of performance management including use of OEE and variance reporting
- Development of shift management teams and structures
- Exposure to the end customer and routine client interaction
Additional Requirements:
- Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK
- This role may require coverage beyond normal working hours. It is a condition of your employment that you can fulfil this requirement of the role.
Refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information on the role and responsibilities and for a full list of essential and desirable criteria. Please ensure your CV demonstrates how you meet the required criteria prior to submitting your application.
Why Build Your Career at Almac?
At Almac, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Your future matters - and our approach is simple: we support, develop and reward our people, build fulfilling careers and together we advance human health. Find out more about our Support, Develop, and Reward initiatives here:
https://www.almacgroup.com/careers/life-at-almac/
Ready to Make an Impact?
This is a role where no two days are the same, where you will be challenged, supported, and empowered to drive real change. Apply today and take the next step in your career with Almac.
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For further information relating to the essential and desirable criteria, please review the person specification attached to the online job posting.
Apply online - please ensure your CV clearly outlines how you meet the criteria for this role. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible.
Closing Date
Closing date for receipt of applications is 15th November 2026 at 5pm.