Process Operator - Bottlepack filling

Baxter Healthcare; Tetford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Employee discount scheme

Blue light card

Internal progression opportunities

Subsided canteen

Westfield healthcare

Up to 8% pension contribution

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Baxter Thetford seeks a Process Operator for our Bottlepack filling line. The role operates on rotating shifts (06:00-18:00/18:00-06:00, 42 hours/week) with 3 on/2 off or 2 on/3 off patterns. Training salary and weekly shift allowance are provided, plus a range of benefits.

Responsibilities include running and maintaining the Bottlepack line, cleaning, troubleshooting, and complying with EHS/GMP/CDP policies. Experience in GMP environments and with production equipment is required.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a GMP environment (pharma, food, FMCG).
• Proven experience operating manufacturing or processing equipment in a production setting.
• Machine minder experience with understanding of equipment performance and controls.
• Awareness of batch processing including start-up and shutdown activities per procedures.
• Troubleshooting capability with strong technical knowledge of equipment performance.
• Quality-focused with ability to handle routine, repetitive tasks with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Run, operate and maintain Bottlepack blow/fill and seal plastic machines.
• Maintain optimum line performance by adjusting machine within validated parameters.
• Perform daily and weekly cleaning of equipment and area.
• Carry out maintenance checks on machines.
• Troubleshoot issues to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
• Engage in improvement programs and embrace new ways of working.
• Identify quality defects, reject defective items and escalate issues to team leader.
• Follow EHS/GMP/GDP/company policies and Baxter documentation procedures.

Skills

GMP environment experience

Operating manufacturing equipment

Machine minder experience

Batch processing knowledge

Troubleshooting

Quality focus

Teamwork

Flexible shift work

English comprehension

Job description

This is whereyour work makes a difference.

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.

Baxter Thetford is looking for a Process Operator within our Bottlepack filling fast-paced operation. This role is rotating shifts, Monday-Sunday between 06:00-18:00/18:00-06:00 which is 42 hours per week. This could look like 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 nights on, 3 nights off etc.

We offer a competitive training salary which will increase once fully trained AND a weekly shift allowance of £109.86.

We offer some fantastic benefits which are listed below;

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays*

• Employee discount scheme

• Blue light card

• Fantastic internal progression opportunities

• Subsided canteen

• Westfield healthcare

• Up to 8% pension contribution

• Employee assistance program

Duties & Responsibilities

• Run, operate & maintain the Bottlepack Blow/fill and seal plastic machines

• Maintains the optimum line performance throughout the shift by adjusting the machine within validated parameters

• Performs daily and weekly cleaning of the equipment and the area

• Performs maintenance checks on machines

• Fault finding skills to overcome any issues that may arise in the manufacturing process

• Be actively involved in improvement programs, demonstrating a willingness to embrace new ways of working

• Identifying quality defects and reject them as well as escalating issues to the team leader

• Supporting with rectifying issues when they arise

• Follow EHS/GMP/GDP/company and corporate policies and external regulatory requirements.

• Operate within the Baxter documentation procedures (BaxU) and requirements meeting all safety quality and performance guidelines, ensuring batch paperwork is completed in a timely and accurate manner.

Experience required:

• Experience of working in a GMP environment (pharma, food, FMCG)

• Proven experience in operating manufacturing or processing equipment in a production environment

• Machine minder experience with a strong understanding of equipment performance and controls

• Awareness and experience of batch processing, including start-up and shutdown activities in line with procedural requirements

• Basic technical knowledge with the ability to support machine set-up and carry out troubleshooting activities where required

• Experience in machine adjustments and problem-solving is advantageous.

• Troubleshooting capability is highly desirable, particularly where supported by strong technical knowledge and understanding of equipment performance.

• Quality focused – able to deal with routine, repetitive tasks whilst maintaining good attention to detail

• Team Working - working as part of a team & sharing workload fairly with a willingness to work cooperatively and offer support in order to solve problems and achieve team targets

• Maintains high standards of behaviour whilst managing workload

• Flexible - able to carry out varied tasks often at short notice, adjust break timings around the production, work additional hours and adjust working hours as required by the business

• Ability to remain calm in a fast paced environment

• Punctuality is key as well as strong attendance

• Good standard of English comprehension

Thank you for your interest in Baxter, and we look forward to hearing from you!

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