Manufacturing Operator – Pharmaceutical Production

About the role

You will set up and operate manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently to produce high‑quality pharmaceutical products in a strictly controlled environment. The role follows a standard day shift with occasional evening shifts that carry a premium.

Key responsibilities

• Operate within environmentally controlled areas, maintaining hygiene and adhering to cGMP, health and safety, and documentation requirements.
• Set up and run automated and semi‑automated manufacturing equipment according to approved procedures and production programmes.
• Ensure equipment is used in line with maintenance, calibration, and validation schedules.
• Produce high‑value products to schedule, meeting quality standards and “right first time” goals.
• Complete all required manufacturing documentation accurately and promptly.
• Perform regular cleaning and basic maintenance of equipment and surrounding fabric.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and assist with coordination of section activities.
• Provide on‑the‑job training and contribute to SOP and batch record revisions.

Required profile

• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment within a regulated industry.
• Familiarity with automated or semi‑automated equipment and controlled environments.
• Working knowledge of cGMP, hygiene, and health & safety requirements.
• Proven ability to complete manufacturing documentation accurately and on time.
• Engineering or HSE qualifications are desirable.

Required skills

• Automated equipment operation
• Semi‑automated equipment operation
• cGMP compliance
• Manufacturing documentation

What we offer

• Standard shift: 6:00 am – 2:30 pm; at least two evening shifts per month (6:00 pm – 2:30 am) with a £70 premium per shift.
• Overtime paid at 1.25 × base salary.
• Opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement and professional development in a regulated pharma setting.