Process Technician

PureKat Consultancy; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% annual retention bonus

Full training and ongoing development

Specialist technical skills

Job summary

PureKat Consultancy is seeking a Process Technician to join their growing production team in Haverhill. The role is full-time with rotating shifts (6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm / 10pm–6am) and salary £16.68 per hour, with overtime paid at standard rate.

Training will be provided and prior GMP/pharma experience is valued. Key duties include operating and monitoring production equipment, following SOPs, completing batch records, and maintaining production databases.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a production, manufacturing or pharmaceutical environment
• GMP experience would be highly desirable
• Good written English for production records
• Strong attention to detail and observational skills
• Ability to follow written procedures accurately
• Excellent communication and teamwork
• Proactive learning and development
• Independent work and team contribution
• Understanding of quality, health, safety and environmental standards

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor pharmaceutical production equipment safely and efficiently
• Carry out routine and complex manufacturing tasks per SOPs
• Complete raw material charging and other production activities per procedures
• Set up, clean and maintain manufacturing equipment
• Monitor production progress and report issues or deviations
• Complete accurate batch documentation and production records
• Maintain spreadsheets and production databases
• Operate machinery in the production area
• Carry out basic equipment maintenance and identify issues
• Support improvements to SOPs and processes
• Follow GMP, GDP and regulatory requirements
• Follow HSE procedures and company standards

Job description

Do you have experience working within a GMP or pharmaceutical production environment?

Process Technician

Location: Haverhill

Salary: £16.68 (overtime paid at a standard rate of £13.79p/h)

Hours: Monday - Friday - Rotating shift 6am - 2pm / 2pm - 10pm / 10pm - 6am

Contract Type: Minimum 12 months (could go permanent for the right candidate before 12 months)

Our client is seeking a Process Technician to join their growing production team on a full-time basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous production or GMP experience who has a keen eye for detail and takes pride in following procedures and maintaining high standards. Full training will be provided for the right candidate.

As the Process Technician your duties will include:

• Operating and monitoring pharmaceutical production equipment safely and efficiently
• Carrying out routine and complex manufacturing tasks in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Completing raw material charging and other production activities in line with approved procedures
• Setting up, cleaning and maintaining manufacturing equipment to ensure optimal functionality
• Monitoring production progress and reporting any issues or deviations to line management
• Completing accurate batch documentation and production records
• Maintaining accurate spreadsheets and production databases
• Operating machinery within the designated production area
• Carrying out basic equipment maintenance and identifying potential equipment issues
• Supporting improvements to SOPs and production processes
• Working in accordance with GMP, Good Distribution Practices and relevant regulatory requirements
• Following all Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) procedures and company standards

An ideal candidate for the Process Technician will have:

• Previous experience within a production, manufacturing or pharmaceutical environment
• Previous GMP experience would be highly desirable
• A good standard of written English for completing production records and documentation
• Basic numeracy skills
• Excellent attention to detail and strong observational skills
• The ability to follow written procedures and instructions accurately
• Excellent communication and teamworking skills
• A proactive approach to learning, training and personal development
• The ability to investigate problems and follow established procedures to resolve issues not .
• The ability to work independently whilst also contributing effectively as part of a team
• A strong understanding of the importance of quality, health and safety and environmental standards
• A reliable, professional and responsible approach to work

Benefits include:

• Full-time position (5% annual retention bonus)
• Full training and ongoing development
• Opportunity to develop specialist technical skills
• Cross-training across multiple production areas