Pharmaceutical Production Operative

HR GO Recruitment; Minster; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A pharmaceutical manufacturing company in Sandwich is seeking a motivated Pharmaceutical Production Operative. You will support the production process, ensuring quality and compliance in a GMP environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar setting, attention to detail, and the ability to handle physical tasks. The role offers competitive salary and benefits including private medical insurance, training, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Free On-site Gym Access

Subsidised Staff Canteen

Free On-site Parking

Employee Referral Programme

Ongoing Training & Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a GMP, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing environment is essential.
• Physically fit for manual handling and lifting tasks.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and clean production machinery.
• Weigh, mix, fill, and package according to batch records.
• Complete GMP documentation accurately.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Report deviations and contribute to audit readiness.
• Work collaboratively across teams.
• Assist with deliveries and inventory management.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual handling

Team player

Flexibility

Job description

WE'RE HIRING: PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTION OPERATIVE 🚨

📍 Location: Sandwich, Kent

💼 Contract Type: Full‑Time | Permanent

💰 Salary: £28,446.60 per year

📆 Working Pattern: 5 days out of 7 (Sunday to Saturday)

💊 Join the Future of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Are you ready to make a real difference in people's lives? Become part of a forward‑thinking pharmaceutical manufacturer that's transforming the future of healthcare innovation. We're seeking motivated and detail‑oriented Pharmaceutical Production Operatives to join our client's modern, GMP‑compliant facility in Sandwich, Kent. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast‑paced, high‑tech environment where your contribution truly counts.

🔬 Your Role

As a Pharmaceutical Production Operative, you'll play an essential part in the manufacturing process – ensuring our products are produced safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

• Setting up, operating, and cleaning production machinery
• Weighing, mixing, filling, and packaging according to batch records
• Completing GMP documentation accurately with a Right First Time approach
• Following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards
• Reporting deviations and contributing to audit readiness
• Working collaboratively with teams across Production, QA, and Engineering
• Assisting with deliveries, stock rotation, and inventory management
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and troubleshooting minor production issues

✅ What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a GMP, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing environment (essential)
• Excellent attention to detail and strong commitment to quality
• Physically fit – able to perform manual handling and lifting tasks
• A proactive team player with a positive attitude
• Flexibility to work on a rotating 5‑day shift pattern (including weekends)
• Eligibility to work in the UK

🎁 What You'll Receive

• Salary: £28,446.60 per annum
• Company Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Free On‑site Gym Access
• Subsidised Staff Canteen
• Free On‑site Parking
• Employee Referral Programme
• Ongoing Training & Career Development Opportunities

🌟 Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're passionate about quality, thrive in a hands‑on environment, and want to play a key role in producing life‑changing medicines, we'd love to hear from you.

👉 Apply today and start your journey as a Pharmaceutical Production Operative with us