Production Operative

Randstad Construction & Property; Inchinnan; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Randstad Construction & Property in Dundee, UK, is seeking a Production Technician on a temporary 7-month contract to join the Technical Operations team. The role offers competitive pay and a 2-weekly rotating shift pattern (06:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00) with immediate start.

You will contribute to solution manufacturing, ensure SOP compliance, manage system logging in ERP/EDMS, and support RCA and safety initiatives in a world-class life sciences facility.

Qualifications

• Strong basic numeracy for accurate calculations.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Practical, hands-on aptitude for manufacturing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Solution Manufacturing: Safely produce rare reagents, intermediates, and bulk chemical/biological solutions in strict accordance with the master schedule and established operating procedures.
• Compliance & Documentation: Adhere precisely to standard operating procedures (SOPs). You will take full accountability for maintaining accurate, high-quality documentation.
• System Logging: Utilise ERP and EDMS for daily data entry and document management.
• Workload Management: Manage your daily production targets independently once assignments have been received, ensuring all tasks are delivered on time.
• Quality & Safety: Collaborate with the Quality Control team, participate in safety initiatives, perform root cause analysis (RCA) on production issues, and maintain high standards of housekeeping.

Skills

Numeracy

English proficiency

Hands-on manufacturing

Education

Science degree

Tools

ERP software

EDMS

Job description

Are you looking to launch your career in the health sector? We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Production Technician to join our Technical Operations team in Dundee. This is a fantastic opportunity for a science graduate or a practically minded individual to gain hands-on experience in a high-standard, regulated manufacturing environment.

What we offer

• Competitive Pay: £15.38 per hour.

• Working Schedule: 2-weekly rotating shifts (Week 1: 06:00 - 14:00 | Week 2: 14:00 - 22:00).

• Contract Type: Temporary (7 months initially, with the potential for extension).

• Environment: A supportive, small-team environment within a world-class life sciences facility in Dundee.

• Start Date: Immediate / ASAP.

What you will do

• Solution Manufacturing: Safely produce rare reagents, intermediates, and bulk chemical/biological solutions in strict accordance with the master schedule and established operating procedures.

• Compliance & Documentation: Adhere precisely to standard operating procedures (SOPs). You will take full accountability for maintaining accurate, high-quality documentation.

• System Logging: Utilise Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS) for daily data entry and document management.

• Workload Management: Manage your daily production targets independently once assignments have been received, ensuring all tasks are delivered on time.

• Quality & Safety: Collaborate with the Quality Control team, participate in safety initiatives, perform root cause analysis (RCA) on production issues, and maintain high standards of housekeeping.

What we are looking for

• Core Skills: Strong basic numeracy for accurate calculations, excellent spoken and written English, and a practical, hands-on aptitude for manufacturing tasks.

• Digital Literacy: Confident computer skills for navigating internal databases and software.

• Professional Attributes: A disciplined, thorough approach to work with a strong commitment to following safety regulations and protocols.