Aseptic Fill & Packaging Operator

ThermoFisher Scientific; Swindon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific in Swindon is seeking 5 Technical Operators for double days shifts (07:00–15:00 / 15:00–23:00) on a rotating weekly schedule. The role involves setting up bulking and aseptic filling lines, maintaining cleaning and GMP standards, and supporting startup and validation activities within a regulated pharmaceutical environment.

Applicants should have a background in science, strong English and math, Lean/CI experience, and familiarity with SAP and quality systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in a pharmaceutical or regulated environment (MHRA and FDA) is required.
• Cleanroom experience and aseptic manufacturing knowledge desirable.
• Experience with spray drying, bulk GMP powders and powder filling.
• Strong English and mathematics with a science background (A-Levels) essential.
• Equivalent science-based experience acceptable.
• Excellent communication and teamwork; ability to manage workload.
• Experience with Lean systems and Continuous Improvement.
• Understanding of HMI-driven pharmaceutical systems.
• Aseptic block license will be considered a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate bulking/aseptic filling lines per SOPs.
• Maintain Bronze License Badge access to Production areas.
• Manufacture pharmaceuticals following BMRs and SOPs.
• Perform GMP-compliant manufacturing, filling and packaging.
• Minimize downtime, support start-ups, changeovers and cleaning.
• Monitor equipment and report faults.
• Keep clean rooms and equipment compliant with regulatory standards.
• Perform CIP and SIP procedures.
• Operate autoclaves, airlocks and cleaning systems.
• Report non-conformances for investigation.
• Support project validation and new product introduction.
• Perform SAP transactions and quality system reporting.
• Conduct basic equipment maintenance.

Skills

English proficiency

Mathematics

Teamwork

Communication

Lean manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

HMI systems understanding

Aseptic processing knowledge

Regulatory compliance awareness

Education

A-Levels or equivalent science-based qualification

Tools

SAP

Quality systems

HMI software

Job description

Thermo Fisher Scientific in Swindon is seeking 5 Technical Operators for double days shifts (07:00–15:00 / 15:00–23:00) on a rotating weekly schedule. The role involves setting up bulking and aseptic filling lines, maintaining cleaning and GMP standards, and supporting startup and validation activities within a regulated pharmaceutical environment.

Applicants should have a background in science, strong English and math, Lean/CI experience, and familiarity with SAP and quality systems.