Packing Technician 9 month FTC (Compounding)

Baxter; Tetford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company in England is seeking a Packing Technician for a 9-month FTC. The role involves packing products to high standards, performing quality checks, and maintaining cleanliness in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and effective communication skills are essential. Benefits include 25 days annual leave, employee discounts, and a pension contribution. The position offers a competitive salary and operates Monday to Friday from 06:00 to 14:00.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Employee discount scheme

Blue light card

Internal progression opportunities

Subsidised canteen

Westfield healthcare

Up to 8% pension contribution

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is desired but not essential.
• Strong attention to detail when checking batch numbers and measurements.
• Willingness to follow strict cleanliness and gowning procedures.

Responsibilities

• Pack products to high standards and release them on time.
• Perform routine quality checks during the compounding process.
• Examine batch numbers and address arising issues.
• Maintain consistency and quality following standard operating procedures.
• Provide coverage for operators during leave.
• Work in a cleanroom environment while adhering to cleanliness standards.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Record all cleaning activities for equipment and work areas.
• Notify supervisors of any process deviations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Strong work ethic

Mathematical skills

Ability to work independently

Flexibility

Strong English language skills

Job description

As a Packing Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the packaging and release of our world‑class products. Your key responsibilities will include:

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Packing products of a high standard and releasing them according to specific timeframes
• Performing routine quality checks on the product as part of the compounding process
• Carefully examining batch numbers and addressing any issues that arise
• Following standard operating procedures to maintain consistency and quality
• Providing coverage for operators during periods of sickness or leave
• Occasionally working in a cleanroom environment to maintain strict cleanliness standards
• Understanding that the products are patient‑specific and must meet a high level of quality at all times
• Performing and recording all cleaning for the equipment and work areas as required
• Notifying Team leaders/Supervisors/Managers/Quality Assurance of any deviations from the process
• The ability to communicate and work optimally with a cross‑functional team
• Strong work ethic and flexibility to meet the needs of the business
• Able to work independently and collaboratively with team members
• Excellent attention to detail, especially when checking batch numbers and measurements
• Willingness to work in a cleanroom environment, following the full gowning procedure
• Strong mathematical and English language skills

Experience in a similar role is desired but not essential.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Our compounding department is currently searching for a Packing Technician to join their fast‑paced team on a 9‑month FTC. You will be responsible for supporting the compounding operation which manufactures aseptically compounded products such as chemotherapy, antibiotics and total parenteral nutrition. This role is Monday‑Friday 06:00‑14:00 offering a competitive salary and a weekly shift allowance of £21.80.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Employee discount scheme
• Blue light card
• Fantastic internal progression opportunities
• Subsidised canteen
• Westfield healthcare
• Up to 8% pension contribution
• Employee assistance program