Process Leader - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract

Process Leader- 6 Month Fixed Term Contract

Location: MacclesfieldCareer Level: D

Are you an experienced manufacturing leader who enjoys developing people, improving performance and delivering high-quality products? This is an opportunity to lead a manufacturing team in a highly regulated environment, with responsibility for safety, quality, delivery, cost and continuous improvement.

This role will be a for fixed 6 month period, and is open to those with the required experience outside the department.

What you’ll do

As Process Leader, you’ll oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations and ensure your area delivers safely, efficiently and in line with production plans and regulatory standards. You’ll lead a team of approximately 12 to 20 people, either directly or through Team Leaders, creating an inclusive environment where people can perform at their best.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead daily manufacturing operations in line with safety, quality, cost and delivery targets
• Coach, support and develop team members, providing clear objectives and constructive feedback
• Manage team performance, development, attendance, resources and shift coverage
• Maintain compliance with cGMP, SHE and business procedures
• Review production records and ensure deviations and quality issues are addressed promptly
• Promote standardised ways of working, 5S and Lean manufacturing principles
• Use production and quality data to identify risks and improve performance
• Manage people and non-people expenditure within agreed budgets
• Work closely with colleagues across manufacturing, quality, engineering, safety and supply chain
• Lead the team confidently through operational and organisational change

Essential experience

You will have:

• A degree or equivalent relevant experience
• Line management experience within manufacturing, specifically with working knowledge of AstraZeneca manufacturing department
• Have demonstrated skills in deviation management, GMP documentation review and aseptic observations
• Experience applying Lean manufacturing principles
• Experience working in a unionised environment

Desirable experience

It would be beneficial if you also have:

• Experience coaching teams and embedding Lean manufacturing practices
• Knowledge of safety, health and environmental principles
• Experience working with FDA, cGMP or another regulated quality system
• Experience in formulation, filling, packaging, validation, technology transfer or change control

Why join us?

You’ll have the opportunity to lead a skilled manufacturing team, shape how work is delivered and contribute to meaningful improvements across safety, quality and performance. You’ll work in a collaborative environment where your leadership, ideas and commitment to developing others will make a visible difference.

Date Posted

12-Oct-2026

Closing Date

11-Oct-2026

Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.

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 authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.