Packaging Technician

Gi Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical industry is seeking a Packaging Technician for a temporary ongoing role in Worthing. This position offers the potential for permanent employment after 12 weeks and involves quality assurance checks, assembly of packaging materials, and documentation updates. Ideal candidates will have a good work ethic and be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant current experience in packaging or production.
• Basic English and Maths skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality assurance checks on finished packaging.
• Assemble boxes, packaging materials, and labels.
• Update documentation.

Skills

Ability to work on your feet

Ability to operate packaging machinery

Good work ethic

Team player

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths

Job description

Packaging Technician
Temporary ongoing
£14.03 per hour for the first 12 weeks
Worthing

After 12 weeks, with our client, you have the potential to earn £15.59 per hour (basic), with overtime at £23.72 per hour.

Our well-established client in Worthing is expanding their Packaging Department. We have a strong relationship with this client, and many of our temps have secured permanent roles, making this a great opportunity to build a career in the pharmaceutical industry.

The Role:

1. Perform quality assurance checks on finished packaging.
2. Assemble boxes, packaging materials, and labels.
3. Understand Good Manufacturing Practice (training provided).
4. Update documentation.
5. Work on a weekly rotating shift basis: early (7:00am - 2:30pm) one week, late (2:15pm - 10:00pm) the next.

Key Skills Required:

1. Ability to work on your feet in a fast-paced environment.
2. Ability to operate packaging machinery (training provided).
3. Good work ethic and team player.

Desirable Skills:

1. Basic English (reading and writing) and Maths skills (GCSEs).
2. Experience in a busy production or packaging environment.

If you have relevant current experience, please apply now.

Why GSK?

GSK values its people and aims to be a workplace where everyone can thrive, reflecting diversity and inclusion in its policies and leadership. They are committed to equal opportunities and fostering a sense of belonging.

GI Group partners with GSK and is an equal opportunities employer, respecting diversity and adhering to all applicable legislation. For any adjustments needed during the application process, please contact us.

If you need support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited is proud to be a founding member of Menopause in Business, a pledge member for Neurodiversity in Business, and committed to disability, armed forces, and racial equality initiatives.

Our group includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited, and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited acts as an employment agency for this role.

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