General Operator

Thermofisher Scientific; England; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Annual bonus

Career development

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a production operative with a Bronze License and GMP experience to work in a regulated environment. The role requires adherence to cleanroom gowning and cleaning SOPs, with rotating day and night shifts on a 24/7 pattern.

You will handle materials, monitor stocks, and support packaging and labeling tasks. Candidates should be physically fit (able to lift 15 kg) and have Maths/English GCSEs or equivalent numeracy skills to understand complex procedures.

Qualifications

• Meticulous attention to procedural details.
• Ability to read and follow written SOPs/instructions.
• Good manual dexterity and hand–eye coordination.
• Physically capable of lifting and standing for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Complete activities to acquire and maintain Bronze License access (Grade C/D).
• Maintain gowning and cleaning of non-aseptic/aseptic lines per SOPs.
• Prepare cleaning buckets and perform cleaning per SOPs.
• Assist with material handling to transfer materials into classified areas.
• Ensure stock availability and expiry compliance for production.
• Clean and maintain areas/equipment per cGMP standards.
• Operate airlocks; assist with Part Washer and Autoclave loading.
• Support line end runs, packaging, labeling, and in-process checks.
• Report non-conformances to supervisor/QA for investigation.
• Conduct environmental monitoring in Grade C/D areas after qualification.
• Complete documentation with Data Integrity in line with training.
• Maths/English GCSE or equivalent numeracy to read complex instructions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Dexterity

Physically fit

Lifting 15 kg

Education

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Job description

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Working shift pattern: 24/7 - 2 shifts on, 2 days off, 3 shifts on, 2 days off, 2 shifts on, 3 shifts off, etc.. Shifts will rotate between Day shift, 6.45am to 7pm, and Night shifts 6.45pm to 7am.,

• Complete all activities to optimally acquire and maintain a Bronze License Badge - Production areas (Grade C/D) access. Maintain the Bronze License through successful requalification every 2 years.
• Adhere to correct gowning and cleaning of non-aseptic and aseptic filling lines area.
• Preparing cleaning bucket as per SOP and perform cleaning regime as per the SOPs
• Assist with the materials handling procedures to help transfer materials into the classified area
• Ensure that stocks required for operation of the production area are maintained and in expiry date.
• Cleaning and maintenance of area/equipment to SOPs, cGMP and pharmaceutical industry regulatory standards.
• Perform operation of airlocks, upon training assist with Part Washer and Autoclave loading
• Perform duties associated with line end run off, packaging, labelling and in process weight checks.
• To ensure any instances of non-conformance are communicated to the area leader, Manager or Quality Assurance representatives to ensure that they are investigated and rectified.
• Once fully bronze qualified, conduct environmental monitoring in Grade C / D classified areas in accordance with procedures.
• Complete all documentation in adherence with Data Integrity principles and training.
  Math's GCSE and English (Grade C or Above) or evidence of basic Numeracy to understand arithmetic and being able to read complex work instructions and interpret them in day-to-day role
• Experience of working in a regulated industry e.g. Pharmaceuticals, Food, Automotive, Make-Up & Engineering
• Desirable: Previous experience of manufacturing environment

Soft Skills:

• Attention to detail
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions and production schedules
• Able to stay focused and concentrate despite repetitive task
• Methodical approach
• Has a quality approach with the patient first
• Dexterity
• Physically fit (able to lift 15kg and stand for sustained period of time with reasonable adjustments)

When you're part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do important work. And you'll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!