Extrusion Supervisor
Hours: Monday – Thursday, 7:00am – 5:00pm (4-day working week)
Salary: Up to £35k DOE
We are seeking an experienced Extrusion Supervisor to oversee cleanroom operations for a leading pharmaceutical company. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong analytical ability, IT proficiency, and a commitment to driving efficiency and quality within a regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate extrusion activities across the Platinum 1, Platinum 2, and Braid Rooms, ensuring compliance with GMP and Cleanroom ISO 7 standards.
• Lead, train, and mentor a team of extrusion operatives, providing clear guidance and effective performance management.
• Drive productivity in line with SQDC and OEE targets, ensuring actions are completed within agreed timelines.
• Conduct root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and promote continuous improvement, including 5S principles and Go Gemba audits.
• Ensure the Extrusion man plan is completed daily, and ERP/Shop Trak transactions are recorded accurately.
• Liaise with Final Operations to maintain correct product flow, ensuring customer orders are completed on time and in full (OTIF).
• Monitor production schedules, maintaining high quality and compliance standards.
• Keep accurate records of production, inspections, and regulatory documentation.
• Troubleshoot extrusion issues to minimise downtime and maintain seamless operations.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and regulatory requirements at all times.

• Proven experience as an Extrusion Supervisor or Team Leader within a cleanroom or regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team effectively.
• Analytical and process-driven, with a track record of implementing improvements.
• Confident IT user with experience of digital production systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office.
• In-depth understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and cleanroom protocols.
• Excellent problem-solving, organisational, and communication skills.