Manufacturing Associate

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Manufacturing Associate to enhance vaccine production through compliance with GMP and safety regulations. The role involves operating advanced production equipment, participating in quality assurance, and driving optimization initiatives within a tech-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in a GMP manufacturing environment.
• Degree in pharmaceutical production technology or equivalent required.
• Experience in filtration, chromatography, or cold chain management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor biopharmaceutical production equipment in compliance with GMP standards.
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions (CAPA).
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production workflows.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

Degree in pharmaceutical production technology

Job description

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Planet Pharma are working with an innovative biopharmaceutical company, who are seeking Manufacturing Associates to contribute to cutting-edge vaccine production, ensuring compliance with GMP and safety regulations, while working in a highly automated, technology-driven environment. This is a chance to be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to global healthcare advancement.

The Role

As a Manufacturing Associate, you will operate and monitor advanced production equipment, ensuring efficient and compliant manufacturing. You’ll play a crucial role in batch quality assurance, regulatory adherence, and digital process optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor biopharmaceutical production equipment in compliance with GMP standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant workspace, adhering to gowning and housekeeping protocols.
• Accurately document manufacturing processes for batch disposition and regulatory compliance.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance, including lubrication, filter changes, and mechanical checks.
• Troubleshoot equipment and digital systems, ensuring operational efficiency.
• Work collaboratively with QA, cross-functional teams, and leadership to meet production KPIs.
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing production workflows.
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA), corrective actions (CAPA), and incident investigations.
• Leverage digital tools and automation to drive operational excellence.

What You Bring

• 1+ years of experience in a GMP manufacturing environment.
• Degree in pharmaceutical production technology or equivalent.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment requiring adaptability.
• Experience in filtration, chromatography, cold chain management (a plus).
• Strong attention to detail, ability to prioritize tasks, and problem-solving mindset.
• Familiarity with audit/inspection preparation and regulatory compliance.