Pharmaceutical Operator

Evotec; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Apprentices for their Pilot Plant, offering a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in large-scale API manufacturing while pursuing a B.Sc. in Chemistry. This role allows you to operate cutting-edge equipment and engage in various chemical syntheses, enhancing your practical skills in a dynamic environment. With a structured shift pattern and comprehensive training, you will contribute to innovative projects that drive continuous improvement. Join a forward-thinking company committed to diversity and inclusion, where your contributions will make a real impact.

Qualifications

• A level in Chemistry required for the role.
• Awareness of cGMP and pharmaceutical regulations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate pilot plant reactors and maintain safety and quality standards.
• Complete documentation accurately and support environmental monitoring.
• Participate in training and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Planning and organizational skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Time management

Problem-solving skills

IT literacy

Education

A level (or equivalent) in Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We currently have a number of openings for Apprentices working within our Pilot Plant for shift working Pharmaceutical Operators.

If you would like to gain experience of large-scale API manufacture while studying for a B.Sc. in Chemistry, this could be the opportunity you are looking for. Our pilot plant has the capability to produce a range of different products (both developmental and commercial) at large scale, making this role an exciting opportunity for you to develop your skills and knowledge. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to use a variety of equipment, running multiple chemical syntheses on plant, many of which haven’t been done at scale before.

Role: Apprentice Pharmaceutical Operator Specialist I

Job Type: Apprenticeship

Location: Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, UK

Salary: £22,000 plus shift allowance of £8,196

Hours: 12-hour shifts (days and nights) including paid breaks (90 minutes).

Shift Pattern:

42 hours per week on average.

28-day shift pattern cycle:

Week 1: 2 x Day shifts, 2 x Night shifts, 3 days off

Week 2: 2 x Days off, 2 x Day shifts, 3 x Night shifts

Week 2: 4 x Days off, 3 x Day shifts

Week 4: 2 x Night shifts, 5 x Days off

(then repeats)

Role & Responsibilities

• Operate the pilot plant reactors and ancillary equipment following current procedures (SOPs, BPGs, etc.) and maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping, hygiene and quality.
• Ensure written instruction/directions are followed correctly.
• Notify your Supervisor or Manager immediately of any irregularities so that corrective actions can be planned and implemented.
• Promptly and accurately complete documents as directed and record all irregularities.
• Support environmental monitoring and report/record information.
• Carry out routine maintenance and re-configuration of reaction vessels and ancillary equipment to ensure production is carried out in a timely and safe manner, complying with Health and Safety obligations.
• Participate fully and diligently in all training schemes.
• Participate fully and diligently in project schemes to support continuous improvement in working practices.

Skills & Qualifications

• A level (or equivalent) in Chemistry
• Awareness of cGMP, regulatory aspects and pharmaceutical regulations desirable.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• Able to communicate effectively.
• Able to interact effectively and positively with internal customers.
• Able to work on your own and as part of a team.
• Good time management and prioritisation capabilities.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Flexible and adaptable with an open-minded view and creative problem-solving skills.
• Strong sense of accountability for the outcome.
• Contribute to shift handovers.
• Liaise between production management, chemists and other departments.
• IT literate with strong Microsoft Office skills.

FR : Dans le cadre de sa politique Diversité, Evotec étudie, à compétences égales, toutes les candidatures dont celles des personnes en situation de handicap.

ENG : In the frame of our Diversity policy, Evotec considers, with equal competences, all applications including people with disabilities.