Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals

Title:

Packing Team Leader

Company:

Ipsen Biopharm Ltd

About Ipsen:

Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.

Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!

For more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/ and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Job Description:

At Ipsen, we are committed to improving the lives of patients, with a special focus on advancing neuroscience therapies. Our Wrexham site is a vital part of this mission, delivering cutting-edge solutions in a dynamic and collaborative environment. We are proud to be Great Place to Work certified and a Shingo Bronze Medallion holder, reflecting our commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

With a recent £24 million investment in the site and a further £86.4 million expansion underway, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. If you are passionate about making an impact and want to be part of a team that values growth, innovation, and excellence, then Ipsen could be where you thrive!

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Packing Team Leader to manage a high-performing team within our packing facility. This role is pivotal in ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient operations while driving continuous improvement. You will lead by example, foster collaboration, and maintain the highest standards of quality and safety in a regulated environment. This is a shift-based position alternating weeks – Mon-Fri (6am-2pm)/Mon-Fri (2pm-10pm)/Mon-Fri (10pm-6am).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and motivate the Packing Team to achieve production targets and maintain compliance with cGMP and EHS standards.
• Oversee daily packing operations, ensuring schedules are met and resources are optimized.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Ensure accurate documentation and timely resolution of deviations or incidents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, QA, EHS) to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Coach and develop team members, identifying training needs and fostering a culture of accountability and growth.

Knowledge, skills and experience:

• Experience in a similar role from the pharmaceutical industry or other highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of managing high-performing teams.
• Knowledge of cGMP, EHS standards, and process improvement techniques.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Ready to lead and make an impact?

Apply now and help us shape the future of manufacturing excellence!

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We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported; where we embrace “The Real Us”. The value we place on different perspectives and experiences drives our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities. When we include diverse ways of thinking, we make more thoughtful decisions and discover more innovative solutions. Together we strive to better understand the communities we serve. This means we also want to help you perform at your best when applying for a role with us. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let the recruitment team know. This information will be handled with care and will not affect the outcome of your application.