Head of Production

Our client is an established pharmaceutical company with an international presence across multiple European sites. Their mission is to reliably deliver state-of-the-art treatments to patients through a sustainable and expanding service model. They are currently expanding their team in Berlin and are hiring a Head of Production / Site Manager to take a key leadership role in shaping the future of the site.

The role

In this role, you will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of a pharmaceutical production site in Berlin. Reporting directly to the Head of Operations, you will oversee cross-functional site functions including production, quality control, and quality assurance, ensuring regulatory compliance and continuous improvement across all operations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning and long-term development of the Berlin site with senior leadership.
• Oversee daily site operations including pharmaceutical production and quality control.
• Ensure compliance with GMP and all relevant regulatory requirements through robust process oversight.
• Manage and support departmental leads across Production, Quality Control, and Quality Assurance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency, standardisation, and quality.
• Oversee maintenance and repair activities, ensuring operational continuity.
• Collaborate with commercial teams on production planning and forecasting.
• Support enhancements to the quality system, ensuring alignment with company and regulatory standards.
• Recruit and lead a multidisciplinary team, fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.
• Manage all site-related permits and documentation to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.

Required experience and qualifications

• Completed academic studies in a technical or scientific field such as pharmacy, chemistry, or related disciplines.
• Several years of professional experience in a pharmaceutical production environment, with proven team leadership (min. 5 employees).
• Strong understanding of GMP and pharmaceutical quality systems.
• Solid experience in production and quality control of pharmaceutical products.
• Fluent in both written and spoken German and English.
• Performance-based annual bonus
• 50% childcare cost coverage for pre-school children
• 30 days annual leave
• 30€ monthly tax-free benefit (Spenditcard)
• Access to corporate benefits
• Support with e-bike leasing
• Free on-site parking and good public transport connections

Your consultant

As a Recruitment Consultant at Aspire Life Sciences, Taylor Lyons specialises in Quality and Regulatory Affairs recruitment across the MedTech and pharmaceutical sectors in Europe. Taylor works closely with high-growth companies to identify and engage experienced professionals who can drive compliance, innovation, and operational excellence. With a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape and industry demands, Taylor focuses on building long-term partnerships that deliver real impact.

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