Pharmacy Production Manager Technical Services

Pharmacy Production Manager Technical Services Join to apply for the Pharmacy Production Manager Technical Services role at Make It Count Marketing Job Summary Production Manager - Technical Services Band 8b Fixed term until November 2026 The MHRA licenced "Specials" pharmacy manufacturing unit is based at the Royal Stoke University Hospital and is a modern purpose built unit within the hospital. The service encompasses aseptic, chemotherapy and pre‑pack (over labelling and repackaging products) supplying both the Trust and external organisations. As a department we constantly strive to re‑engineer our services to improve our delivery of patient focused pharmaceutical care and customer satisfaction. Main duties of the job Working with the Production Manager you will proactively contribute to further develop the service through audit and the development of business cases in response to local and national demand in line with the NHS Infusions and Specials Medicines Board. Supported by our Quality Team you will assist in the operation of, maintenance of and development of the quality management system and help to prepare for and participate in any inspections and audits undertaken by the MHRA or other regulatory authority. The post holder will manage, along with the production manager and lead technicians, the production unit providing technical support and guidance. Once trained you will act as a releasing officer, across all production areas, ensuring compliance with the terms of the MHRA licence at all times. About Us University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke‑on‑Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential. UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co‑created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust. Details Date posted: 03 November 2025 Pay scheme: Agenda for change Band: Band 8b Salary: £64,455 to £74,896 a year per annum Contract: Fixed term Duration: 12 months Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time, Flexible working Job locations: Royal Stoke University Hospital, Newcastle Road, STOKE ON TRENT, ST4 6QG Reference number: 205‑7463198‑A Person Specification Essential Qualifications Masters degree in Pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent Registered with General Pharmaceutical Council Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Diploma / MSc or equivalent qualification Releasing Officer in a MHRA Licensed Unit or eligible to undertake this training Desirable PTQA qualification Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification Formal management and / or leadership qualification Member of the RPS Member of British Oncology Pharmacy Association Essential Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience Extensive hospital pharmacy experience post registration Recent, extensive experience of working at a senior level within a pharmacy manufacturing unit or a related industry. Demonstrates a knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practice for medicinal products, particularly in regard to aseptic facilities and operations Experience of managing and developing a service Desirable Experience of writing business cases Knowledge, experience and understanding the clinical trials process Evidence of involvement in pharmacy practice‑based research and / or audit Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website. Employer details University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust Royal Stoke University Hospital Newcastle Road STOKE ON TRENT ST4 6QG Employer's website: https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr