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Production Manager

Felixstowe
3 days ago
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Cure Talent are excited to partner with a medical technology company in their search for a Production Manager to join their growing team. This is a key role within the organisation, overseeing the full production lifecycle of next generation medical devices.

As the new Production Manager, you will play a central part in managing manufacturing operations across two UK sites, working closely with engineering, procurement, and regulatory teams. You will lead production processes from concept to delivery, maintaining cost effective strategies and ensuring products meet stringent medical and technical requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the design, development, and production of medical-grade devices

  • Ensure all production processes meet ISO 13485, FDA, and quality compliance standards

  • Collaborate closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to optimise performance

  • Liaise with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and international partners to ensure smooth production flow

  • Manage procurement, pricing, and budget adherence across the production function

    Key Requirements

  • Proven experience in regulated manufacturing and production management

  • Background in electrical or biomedical engineering

  • Strong understanding of regulatory and quality standards (ISO 13485, FDA)

  • Skilled in supplier management, cost negotiation, and process optimisation

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a hands-on approach

    Please note this is a hybrid role, your time will be spent at both the Felixstowe and Cambridge sites.

    If you are a driven and detail-oriented Production Manager with a strong technical background and a passion for innovation in medical devices, we would be delighted to hear from you

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