Director of Manufacturing

1 week ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Abercorn Sinclair Full time

Manufacturing Director (Central Belt)

Abercorn Sinclair is excited to bring you this fantastic opportunity with our industry collaborator MiAlgae.

Established in 2016, MiAlgae utilizes cutting-edge advancements in science and technology to enhance food security and lessen the environmental impact of human activities. The company's goal is to eliminate the dependence on wild-caught fish for omega-3 by leveraging the potential of microalgae as a sustainable and nutrient-rich alternative source. Through their zero-waste approach, MiAlgae recycles by-products from food and beverage production to cultivate Omega-3-rich microalgae, contributing to clean water restoration.

The upcoming years will witness substantial investments and development within the company. We are in search of a seasoned Manufacturing Director who can lead team expansion, enhance production efficiency, and implement process enhancements to achieve their ambitious objectives.

The role:

You will supervise the complete manufacturing process, from sourcing raw materials to production and maintenance, ensuring all quality benchmarks are met. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will adopt a comprehensive outlook, focusing on resource allotment, long-term efficiency, and strategic planning for both existing and potential production facilities.

Responsibilities:

  • Establish long-term targets for the production division, aligning them with overarching business objectives.
  • Supervise the production and engineering departments, providing full operational supervision to manufacturing staff, including recruitment, training, and performance assessments while ensuring adherence to departmental standards.
  • Promote operational excellence to minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Cultivate a culture of continual improvement, accountability, and distinction, driving initiatives to optimize the production process, reduce waste, and uphold product quality.
  • Direct all production activities, from raw material acquisition to production output and production-related financial management.
  • Develop and oversee budgets related to manufacturing operations.
  • Effectively distribute resources (staff, materials, equipment) to achieve production targets.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality regulations within production facilities.
  • Manage vendor relations by negotiating with suppliers to secure advantageous terms for equipment, materials, and services.
  • Stay informed about technological advancements, integrating pertinent tools and methodologies into manufacturing operations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as R&D, Tech Transfer, Commercial, and Supply Chain to support product development and commercialization endeavors.
  • Analyze production data and performance metrics to identify areas for process enhancement and cost efficiency.
  • Oversee Change Controls stemming from technical teams, ensuring a methodical approach to proposing, assessing, endorsing, implementing, and reviewing changes in the manufacturing process.
  • Lead the strategic expansion of prospective MiAlgae production facilities.

Skills & Experience:

  • Demonstrated success in senior leadership roles within manufacturing or production operations.
  • Extensive experience managing production processes, encompassing raw material procurement, production scheduling, quality assurance, and technology transfer from development to manufacturing.
  • Solid grasp of engineering principles, equipment upkeep, and troubleshooting.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse functions.
  • Prior involvement in biotechnology, food production, or related industries is advantageous.
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements in manufacturing is desirable.
  • Working knowledge of budgets, cost management, and financial implications is beneficial.

The Candidate:

The ideal candidate should ideally hold a degree/master's level qualification in a relevant technical field, along with substantial technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and strategic acumen to optimize production processes and spur business growth. They must be outcome-oriented, adaptable, and capable of instigating change in a dynamic, rapid-growth production environment.

As a youthful, early-stage enterprise, we seek individuals with a driven work ethic, flexibility, innate problem-solving abilities, and a penchant for thriving in a dynamic, high-growth setting.

The opportunity:

For the suitable candidate, this role offers a remarkable chance to join a thrilling, early-stage biotech company where you will play a pivotal function in enhancing their manufacturing/production capacity and ensuring their future triumph. In exchange, you can anticipate a competitive salary + benefits, including options, and the chance to collaborate with and lead a team wholly dedicated to crafting scalable, sustainable solutions.

For confidential discussions, please reach out to our entrusted partner, Keith Tocher at Abercorn Sinclair.

About Abercorn Sinclair

Abercorn Sinclair is a specialized technical recruitment agency based in Edinburgh. We provide tailored talent solutions within the science & technology domains.

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