Process Operator - Viaflo

Baxter International Inc.; Tetford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays*

Employee discount scheme

Blue light card

Fantastic internal progression oportun

Subsided canteen

Westfield healthcare

Up to 8% pension contribution

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Baxter Thetford is seeking a Process Operator for the Viaflo Automated department. The role involves rotating shifts over a 42-hour week, with duties to maintain line performance, perform cleaning, and contribute to continuous improvement.

You will work within GMP guidelines, operate manufacturing equipment, and handle batch paperwork while adhering to safety and quality standards. Competitive training salary and weekly shift allowance are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in a GMP environment (pharma, food, FMCG).
• Experience operating manufacturing or processing equipment.
• Machine minder with understanding of equipment performance and controls.
• Experience with batch processing, including start-up and shutdown activities.
• Basic technical knowledge to support machine setup and troubleshooting.
• Troubleshooting ability with strong technical knowledge preferred.
• Quality-focused with attention to detail.
• Teamworking and sharing workload to achieve targets.
• Flexibility to work varied tasks and long hours when required.
• Good English comprehension.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

GMP experience

Machinery operation

Machine minder

Batch processing

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

English proficiency

Punctuality

Flexibility

Job description

• Employee discount scheme

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 are looking for Process Operator within Viaflo Automated department to join our fast-paced teams. 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.

Due to area expansion, we have various roles available within the Viaflo department and when interviewing you will be considered for all areas, so we are able to suggest an area which is best aligned to your skills.

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

• 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

• 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
• 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

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

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