Exciting Opportunity: Team Leader – Recombinant Production

Are you a proven leader with hands-on expertise in recombinant protein production? This high-impact role offers the chance to transform a dynamic R&D environment into a stable, predictable manufacturing operation. We’re seeking a Team Leader – Recombinant Production to join our team and drive operational excellence.

Job Title: Team Leader – Recombinant Production

Vacancy Type: Permanent

Location: Oakdale, Wales – On-site

Salary: DOE

The Role of the Team Leader – Recombinant Production

As Team Leader, you will take ownership of day-to-day operations in the recombinant production area, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery of production targets.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and motivating a technical production team to achieve operational goals
• Embedding structure, discipline, and best practices to transition from R&D to BAU manufacturing
• Managing daily boards, shift planning, and resource allocation
• Driving continuous improvement in processes, performance, and compliance
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including R&D, Technical Operations, QC, and QA
• Monitoring KPIs, reporting variances, and supporting monthly planning processes
• Acting as the single point of contact for recombinant production activities

The Ideal Candidate for the Team Leader Role

• A strong technical background in recombinant protein/Enzyme production, ideally with 5+ recent years’ experience
• Proven, recent experience in scale-ups, tech transfers, and laboratory start-ups
• Solid upstream processing expertise and familiarity with downstream techniques
• Recent leadership experience in biotech or bioprocessing environments
• Ability to balance technical problem-solving with team development

If you’re ready to bring clarity, control, and consistency to a fast-paced production environment, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. Apply now and help shape the future of recombinant manufacturing.

For more information, Apply HERE