Senior Operator Grade 2 (Laxido)

Job description

Have you thought about a new role that better meets your needs? A Job with better pay, benefits, flexibility, and prospects but so far haven’t done anything about it?

Now is the time.

CPL have partnered with our valued client ALMAC to recruit for Senior Operators (Grade 2) within their Pharma Services Division. Almac Pharma Services is a world leading outsourcing partner to the global pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry and they are looking to expand their workforce due to growing demand for their services. These roles will be temporary ongoing with no set end date and an opportunity for a permanent position.

· Continental Day Shift - (Week A - Sun/Wed/Thurs. Week B - Mon/Tues/Fri/Sat. 07:00hrs to 1900hrs)

· Parking Onsite

· 34 days annual leave per annual

Overall Role Objective:

To control the process operation (staff and/or equipment) with the designated production room while assuring that the quality of the product produced complies with GMP. The ability to work various shift patterns, will be essential.

Job Specific Responsibilities:

1· Ensure processes and procedures are complied with in order to produce product within acceptable limits & regulatory standards:

· Before each batch commences, ensure that the production room to be used has been cleaned and cleared after the last operation as per appropriate SOP's.

. Ensure that the correct input material has been issued and received into the production operation, ensuring all batch documentation received into the department is appropriate, is full and correct and that batch records are being reviewed and completed ''live'' within the room, during the operation.

. Set up the production equipment to produce the product required.

. Ensure that all set up checks and challenges are performed as required during the production operation.

. Operate various pieces of equipment and process within the production areas as instructed by the authorised Grade 3.

. At the completion of an operation, verify the reconciliation of all materials used in the operation and ensure that all samples etc. are collected before the completed batch and all unused items are returned to the warehouse.

. Organise room layout to ensure that the product is manufactured in an efficient manner. Ensure process optimisation and and downtime reduction, with downtime tracked through the variance tracker and corrective actions put in place at all times.

. Fully understand and adhere to instructions as detailed in the batch documentation and SOP's.

. Complete all documentation in a tidy and accurate manner. This includes Works Orders, Validation Protocols, Room and Equipment Log Books, In Process Check sheets (IPCs) and Acceptable Quality Level sheets (AQLs).

. Ensure that your operation achieves the output as detailed on the production schedule and that any anomalies are reported to the Grade 3.

. Clean equipment and packaging areas required for production

2. Effectively oversee staff within designated operations:

. Ensure staff are conducting operations in line with company and client requirements, whilst compliant with all company policies and practices, including H&S, Environmental and GMP.

. Convey appropriate instructions and information about the operation to all team members (if applicable)

. Ensure operators are trained and competent in the tasks they are performing and queries or concerns raised are addressed at the earliest opportunity, with the escalation of any further matters in a timely manner to the Grade 3.

. Undertake any other duties or instructions as required by the Supervisor.

3. Ensure GMP & Quality standards are maintained:

. Undertake all processing operations in compliance with GMP, batch documentation and SOPs.

. Operate required equipment to produce the full batch in compliance with GMP, batch documentation and SOPs.

. Organise and manage team members to ensure compliance with GMP, batch documentation, SOPs and the companies H&S and Environmental policies and practices as required.

. Report any compliance and quality concerns, breaches of procedure or examples of substandard quality to the Grade 3 Supervisor or Manager

Essential Requirements:

. 4 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C or above (including English Language and Maths.

. Experience in a production environment involving production teams, machinery, and quality control of product

. Experience of working within teams, demonstrating leadership capabilities

. Ability to demonstrate competency throughout manufacturing and packaging operations

. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

. Effective leadership skills

. Ability to complete documentations to a high standard

. Proven ability to work effectively on own initiative and effectively contribute within a team environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract, Temp to perm

Salary: £16.13 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: In person