Technical Operator: Shift Work

Job Description

Job Title: Technical Operator

Location: Swindon

We are recruiting for a Technical Operator to join the team at our Swindon site.

We need someone who can work shifts: Double days: 7am-3pm and 2.45pm -10.45pm.

Responsibilities:

• Complete all activities to effectively acquire and maintain a Bronze license Badge – Production areas (Grade C/D) access. Maintain the Bronze license through successful requalification every 2 years.
• Set up and operation of non-aseptic and aseptic filling lines.
• Preparation, testing and set up of multiple modules in readiness for manufacturing and fill/finish processes.
• Formulation of Pharmaceuticals using custom manufacturing skids, vessel systems in compliance to batch manufacturing records.
• Perform Manufacturing, Filling, operational duties, e.g. line clearance, In Process Checks (IPC) checks, replace components on-line, complete batch & associated documentation, right first time for accordance with SOPs to ensure compliance with cGMP.
• Set equipment to ensure minimum downtime levels, minimum product damage/waste, support machine start-up, changeovers, testing and cleaning activities.
• Cleaning and maintenance of area/equipment.
• As the need arises perform Clean In Place (CIP) and Steam In Place (SIP) activities using HMI controlled systems. Operation of airlocks, autoclaves, automated vessels/ equipment cleaning systems to ensure that all equipment is sterilised ready for use.
• Using Quality systems for GMP changes and report writing.
• Conduct environmental monitoring in accordance to procedures.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

Maths GCSE and English GCSE 4 (C) and above.

Basic IT user including MS Office and Internet.

Experience of working in a regulated industry e.g. Pharmaceuticals, Food, Automotive, Make-Up & Engineering preferred.

Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.

Soft Skills Evidenced:

Attention to detail.

Able to follow verbal and written instructions and production schedules.

Stay focussed and concentrate despite repetitive tasks.

Methodical approach.

Physically fit (able to lift 15kg and stand for a sustained period of time with reasonable adjustments).

What’s in it for you?

We offer a competitive base salary, contributory pension, private medical insurance, Life Assurance, Income Protection, 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, with option to purchase additional days with Holiday Purchase Plan as well as additional flexible benefits you can tailor to suit you!

About Us:

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.