Operations Team Manager
Shifts – 2 days, 2 nights (12hours) – 4 days off
100% onsite
Our Swindon site specialises in Zydis® fast-dissolve technology — setting the gold standard in patient convenience and adherence. Join us and be part of a passionate team transforming medicines for millions worldwide.
Are you a people‑focused leader with experience in fast‑paced manufacturing? We’re looking for an Operations Team Manager to lead one operations shift team, driving safety, quality, and performance within a highly regulated environment.
In this pivotal role, you will lead operations of a designated process area, ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient production of high-quality pharmaceutical products. You will inspire a culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence, and team development through strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring.
The Role:
Operations Leadership
Lead the operation team to deliver safe, compliant, high‑quality production.
Ensure all critical processes are fully staffed and running efficiently.
Health & Safety
Champion site Health & Safety standards.
Conduct investigations and maintain up‑to‑date risk assessments.
Quality & Compliance
Promote cGMP compliance and maintain an “Always Audit Ready” culture.
Ensure batch records are completed accurately and on time.
Continuous Improvement
Lead deviation investigations (RCA, 5Y) and drive preventative actions.
Reduce waste, improve processes, and enhance equipment reliability.
People Leadership
Coach, develop, and motivate a team of up to 15 employees.
Manage performance, attendance, and communication to support business goals.
The Candidate:
Proven experience in leading operational teams within a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) or other quality-controlled environments.
Strong problem‑solving mindset and ability to lead structured root‑cause investigations.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) (JD Edwards, Trackwise desirable)
Positive, energetic approach with strong communication skills.
Ability to prioritise effectively in a dynamic, fast‑moving environment.
Passionate about developing people and driving performance excellence.
Why You Should Join Catalent:
Competitive Salary – Reflecting your experience and skills.
Bonus & Benefits – Includes an annual performance bonus, a pension scheme matching up to 8% and life assurance. Enjoy BUPA private medical insurance, a generous holiday entitlement that increases with tenure, and the option to purchase additional leave. Plus, gain access to Reward Gateway, offering discounts at many national retailers.
Career Development – Access high-quality training, mentoring, and cross-functional opportunities within Catalent’s global network. Benefit from a subscription to LinkedIn Learning, providing access to 10,000+ online courses.
Health & Wellbeing – Includes an employee assistance programme, on-site canteen facilities, and an active safety and “Patient First” culture. Take advantage of a Cycle to Work Scheme and an Electric Vehicle car scheme. Join Employee Resource Groups that foster a diverse and inclusive workplace. Plus, participate in charitable activities.
Excellent Location – Just a two-minute drive from J16 of the M4, with free on-site parking.
Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.
personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.
Visit Catalent Careers to explore career opportunities.
Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by local law.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to [email protected]. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.
Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Catalent Pharma Solutions (Catalent) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Catalent employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Catalent. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.
Skills Required
- Proven experience leading operational teams in a manufacturing environment
- Experience working in Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) or quality-controlled environments
- Ability to lead structured root-cause investigations (RCA, 5Y) and drive corrective actions
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Experience with JD Edwards
- Experience with Trackwise
- People leadership experience, managing and developing teams up to ~15 employees
- Willingness and ability to work 12-hour shifts (2 days, 2 nights rota), 100% onsite
- Strong communication, prioritisation, and problem-solving skills
Catalent, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Catalent, Inc. and has not been reviewed or approved by Catalent, Inc..
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is commonly described as roughly 152 hours per year plus about eight paid holidays for U.S. roles. Eligibility and exact counts vary by location, but the allotment is positioned as competitive.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a company match (often described as dollar‑for‑dollar up to 6%) is part of the package. The match level is commonly referenced as a meaningful component of total rewards.
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Inclusive Benefits Coverage — Medical, dental, vision, life/disability, HSA/FSA, EAP, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, commuter and dependent‑care benefits, and wellness programs are offered. Some roles indicate benefits eligibility begins on the first day for direct hires.
Catalent, Inc. Insights
What We Do
Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually. For more information, visit www.catalent.com.
