General Operator

ThermoFisher Scientific; Swindon; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Annual bonus

Healthcare

Employee benefits

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific in Swindon is seeking personnel to operate in a regulated production setting. The role involves obtaining and maintaining a Bronze License Badge for Grade C/D areas, and strict adherence to gowning, cleaning, and data integrity procedures.

Shifts rotate on a 24/7 pattern with day and night blocks; applicants should be physically fit, detail-oriented, and able to handle repetitive tasks within GMP standards. Competitive remuneration and healthcare benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Maths GCSE and English (Grade C or above) or equivalent literacy/numeracy evidence.
• Experience in regulated industries such as Pharmaceuticals, Food, Automotive, Make-Up & Engineering.
• Desirable: prior manufacturing environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete activities to acquire and maintain Bronze License Badge for Production areas (Grade C/D) access; requalify every 2 years.
• Adhere to gowning and cleaning of non-aseptic and aseptic filling lines areas.
• Prepare cleaning bucket and perform cleaning regimes per SOPs.
• Assist with materials handling to transfer materials into classified areas.
• Ensure stocks for production are maintained and within expiry dates.
• Clean and maintain area/equipment per SOPs, cGMP, and pharma regulations.
• Operate airlocks; assist with Part Washer and Autoclave loading after training.
• Perform line end run-off, packaging, labeling and in-process weight checks.
• Escalate non-conformances to area leader, QA for investigation and rectification.
• When bronze qualified, conduct environmental monitoring in Grade C/D areas per procedures.
• Complete documentation in line with Data Integrity principles.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Dexterity

Physical stamina

Education

Maths GCSE and English (Grade C or Above)

Job description

Work Schedule

7 1/2 hr shift

Environmental Conditions

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.)

Job Description

Working shift pattern:

24/7 – 2 shifts on, 2 days off, 3 shifts on, 2 days off, 2 shifts on, 3 days off, etc.. Shifts will rotate between Day shift, 6.45am to 7pm, and Night shifts 6.45pm to 7am.

Job Description

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.

Responsibilities:

• 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.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• 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)

Benefits:

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!

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.