Nightshift Senior Operator Lead – GMP Production

Almac Group; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Almac Group, based in Craigavon, is seeking a Senior Operator Grade 3 for the Laxido Operations on the Continental Nightshift (19:00-07:00). The role leads a production team while staying hands-on with operations, reporting to a Production Supervisor.

You will coordinate daily floor activities, support team performance, and ensure batches meet GMP and client requirements, while training others and driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English, Maths and Science (Grade C or above).
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or packaging.
• Proven experience leading or supervising production teams.
• Strong GMP knowledge and documentation practices.
• Excellent communication; able to lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise Process Operators and Senior Operators Grade 2 to ensure GMP/compliance.
• Delegate tasks effectively, monitor performance, provide clear direction on live operations.
• Support training, development and competency assessment of operators.
• Address floor issues, including people-related concerns, escalating to the Production Supervisor when needed.
• Coordinate production activities to support schedule adherence and resource use.
• Contribute to downtime reduction, process optimisation and continuous improvement.
• Act as a link between production and support functions for materials and equipment readiness.
• Provide regular updates to Supervisors on progress, issues and improvements.

Skills

English GCSE

Maths GCSE

Science GCSE

Job description

Almac Group, based in Craigavon, is seeking a Senior Operator Grade 3 for the Laxido Operations on the Continental Nightshift (19:00-07:00). The role leads a production team while staying hands-on with operations, reporting to a Production Supervisor.

You will coordinate daily floor activities, support team performance, and ensure batches meet GMP and client requirements, while training others and driving continuous improvement.