Pharma Technical Operator – 24/7 Aseptic Filling

ThermoFisher Scientific; Swindon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific in Swindon is hiring 3 Technical Operators for 24/7 shifts to support bulking and aseptic filling lines in a regulated environment. You will work across rotating day and night schedules, adhere to SOPs and cGMP standards, and contribute to production throughput.

The role requires experience in pharmaceutical or regulated settings, familiarity with cleanrooms, and the ability to operate SAP and quality systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in a pharmaceutical or regulated environment (MHRA/FDA).
• Experience in cleanroom working and aseptic manufacturing desirable.
• Experience with spray drying systems and bulk GMP powder manufacturing.
• Strong English and math skills; scientific background essential.
• Equivalent science-based experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate bulking and aseptic filling lines per SOPs.
• Maintain access to production areas and requalification every 2 years.
• Manufacture pharmaceuticals following SOPs and BMRs.
• Perform manufacturing, filling and packaging duties to cGMP.
• Set equipment to minimize downtime and assist start-ups/changeovers/cleaning.
• Monitor equipment status and report faults to supervision.
• Clean and maintain clean rooms and equipment to regulatory standards.
• Perform CIP and SIP activities; operate autoclaves and automated cleaning systems.
• Communicate non-conformances for investigation and rectification.
• Support project validation work and new product introductions.
• Perform SAP transactions and use quality systems for GMP changes and reports.
• Conduct basic equipment maintenance as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

English proficiency

Math proficiency

Lean systems

Continuous Improvement

GMP knowledge

Aseptic manufacturing awareness

Education

A-Levels in science or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Quality systems

Job description

Thermo Fisher Scientific in Swindon is hiring 3 Technical Operators for 24/7 shifts to support bulking and aseptic filling lines in a regulated environment. You will work across rotating day and night schedules, adhere to SOPs and cGMP standards, and contribute to production throughput.

The role requires experience in pharmaceutical or regulated settings, familiarity with cleanrooms, and the ability to operate SAP and quality systems.