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Site Director - Medical Device Manufacturing

Michael Page Engineering & Manufacturing
Surrey, United Kingdom
Last week
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Permanent
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Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Director
Education
Degree
Posted
30 Apr 2026 (Last week)
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This is a key SLT role for a medical device manufacturer based in Ashford, Surrey.

Client Details

Our client is a global medical device business, with a large advanced manufacturing and distribution facility. The business is in a growth phase, meaning new product lines requiring integration, process improvements and continuous improvements are key.

Description

  • Lead site operations, working closely with Quality, Regulatory, R&D, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing
  • Lead the integration of new product lines into the site
  • Implement physical site layout optimisation
  • Align site operations with strategic objectives
  • Ensure compliance with ISO 13485

Profile

A successful Site Director should have:

  • Track record leading manufacturing sites
  • Comprehensive knowledge of ISO 13485
  • Experience implementing new processes for new product introductions
  • Strong leadership

Job Offer

  • Comprehensive benefits package TBC
  • Permanent role

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