Process Operator Pharmaceutical

Russell Taylor Group Ltd; Watford; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A pharmaceutical manufacturing company is seeking a Process Operator in Watford. The ideal candidate will have experience in a GMP environment and the ability to work independently. Responsibilities include undertaking production schedules, recording job details, and assisting in quality testing. Candidates should have strong communication skills and familiarity with IT systems like SAGE. This role offers a competitive salary with a shift allowance and benefits such as a company pension.

Benefits

Company pension

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in a BRC related production setting or GMP.
• Ability to follow SOPs and H&S standards.
• Experience with material extraction or liquids manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Undertake production schedules within the manufacturing facility.
• Record details of process jobs on batch manufacturing records.
• Carry out basic in-process testing such as pH measurement.

Skills

Strong verbal & written communication

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Tools

SAGE

Microsoft applications

Job description

Process Operator – Pharmaceutical/GMP
Location: Stevenage
Type: Full time, Permanent (On site)
Salary: c£27,000+ 12.5% shift allowance (c£33,750)
Hours: Rotating days and evenings
Week 1: Mon‑Fri 06:00‑14:00
Week 2: Mon‑Fri 14:00‑22:00

The Role

Work alone or as part of a small team to undertake production schedules within the manufacturing facility, recording details of process jobs on batch manufacturing records, entering jobs and material movements in SAGE and other material & financial management systems. Demonstrate team leadership skills and step into the role of Team Leader during holidays or absences, deputising where required.

Carry out basic in‑process testing such as pH or Brix measurement, support packaging, warehouse and extraction teams to ensure a smooth flow of material, clean process equipment and work areas and assist with site maintenance. Participate in or occasionally lead deviation investigations, author manufacturing SOPs and observe safe working practices in line with Health and Safety regulations.

The Person

Ideal candidate will have experience in a BRC (food or drink) related production setting and/or GMP (GMP can be taught), experience working with IT systems (SAGE, Microsoft applications, etc.), experience with SOPs and following H&S standards. Ideally will have experience in material extraction, evaporation, liquids manufacturing, filling & packaging. Strong verbal & written communication, good interpersonal skills, ability to deputise, work on initiative, and work independently after training.

Benefits

Company pension, on‑site parking.