Packaging Technician

AstraZeneca; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca is offering a 3-month initial contract for a Packaging Operator Grade 6 in Macclesfield. You will manage aseptic line components, set up and run lines to meet production schedules, and close down packing orders. The role emphasizes teamwork, data reporting, and continuous improvement.

Working in a sterile manufacturing environment, you will contribute to production goals while adhering to GMP and SHE standards and participating in improvement projects to enhance line performance.

Qualifications

• Ability to work within an aseptic processing area (sterile manufacturing).
• Operational knowledge of GMP & SHE requirements (COSHH, risk and manual handling assessment).
• Operational knowledge of line equipment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive batch components from warehouse to ensure smooth line operation.
• Clear the line from the last order and check components/batch documentation.
• Set up the line, start up and run to meet production schedules.
• Close down packing orders.
• Provide daily performance data and work with the team to analyse data for improvements.

Skills

Aseptic processing

GMP & SHE compliance

Line equipment knowledge

Communication skills

Manual handling

Learning agility

Independent work

Job description

Role Type:

3-Month Initial Contract – Further Contract/Development Opportunities

Location:

Macclesfield

Shift Pattern:

Variable - Most likely 7-Day Working Pattern (Meaning, 21 Day overall rota, with on/off periods, rotating). Combination of Earlies & Lates.

Packaging Operator Grade 6

3-Month initial contract with high potential to progress/develop.

Your New Company

This global, science-led biopharmaceutical company focusses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines. Operating in over 100 countries, the mission is to make a meaningful difference to patient health through great medicines that bring benefits for patients and add value for our stakeholders and society. We discover, develop, manufacture and market prescription medicines.

Your New Role

You will ensure correct batch components are received from the warehouse to ensure smooth running of the line. You will be responsible for clearing the line from the last order, checking all components/batch documentation, setting up the line, starting up and running the line to ensure smooth running and production schedules are met. You will also close down packing orders.

Working effectively as a member of the team in order to ensure that effective communication channels and efficient working practices are maintained within the working period/team, you will also participate as a team member in improvement work and projects to ensure fitness for purpose and line improvement. You will provide performance data on a daily basis and work with the team to analyse the data to improve performance.

• Ability to work within an Aseptic Processing Area (Sterile manufacturing)


• Operational knowledge of procedures and compliance with GMP & SHE requirements e.g. COSHH, risk and manual handling assessment


• Operational knowledge of line equipment


• Good communication skills both written and verbal


• Manual role with ability to operate machinery and lift and transport equipment, products and tools


• Ability to learn and adapt to changing operational requirements


• Ability to undertake core tasks independently

WHY ASTRAZENECA?

It's an exciting time to join AstraZeneca, a global business that's rapidly growing – there's a lot happening and even more to come. And we are a valued part of this journey. Respected partners across the business, we provide the platform that's going to power us to achieve more.

So, what's next?

Are you ready to bring new insights and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it's yours.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team regardless of their characteristics. We align with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification.