Production Operator

JR United Kingdom; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotech company is seeking a motivated Operator II for their GMP manufacturing team. This shift-based role involves executing production processes, conducting cell culture activities, and maintaining compliance with regulations while mentoring junior team members. The ideal candidate will have GMP experience and be ready to contribute to innovative cell-based therapies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years GMP manufacturing cleanroom experience.
• Proficiency in environmental, health & safety requirements.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and make quality-critical decisions.

Responsibilities

• Execute production processes and maintain compliance with GMP.
• Conduct raw material transfers, cleaning, and disinfection activities.
• Perform cell culture activities including sampling and harvesting.

Skills

GMP manufacturing experience

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Job description

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Are you an experienced Production Operator interested in joining our biotech client that is leading the way in developing innovative CAR-T cell therapies for cancer treatment?

Our client is looking for a highly motivated Operator II to join their GMP manufacturing team. This is a shift-based role that involves weekends and shifts that fall within the operating hours of 6AM-10PM. You will play a key role in ensuring the production of high-quality cell-based products while maintaining compliance with GMP regulations, safety standards and company procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Execute production processes and operate associated equipment in line with GMP and GDP requirements.
• Maintain cleanroom environments through sterile room maintenance, hydrogen peroxide vapour gassing, and environmental monitoring (EM).
• Conduct raw material transfers, particulate cleaning and disinfection, material receipt, and drug product shipment.
• Accurately complete documentation and data entry, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Perform cell culture activities including sampling, counting, washing, activation, feeding, harvesting, and magnetic enrichment/depletion (MACS).
• Carry out aseptic manipulations in Grade A environments and meet associated BROTH qualification (OAQ) standards.
• Support batch review execution and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth workflow.
• Lead or support operational deviations, process risk assessments, and continuous improvement (CI) initiatives.
• Assist in the authoring and revision of SOPs, SWIs, and risk assessments to maintain process efficiency and compliance.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior team members, supporting their training and development.
• Follow all SOPs/SWI applicable & in which the individual has been trained and always act in compliance with GMP & to proactively raise any issues

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years GMP manufacturing cleanroom experience
• Exposure to high performance/stress conditioned work
• Demonstrate detailed understanding of GxP / sterile / ATMP production
• Demonstrate proficiency in environmental, health & safety requirements
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and make quality-critical decisions

Preferred Experience:

• Experience working in a shift-based environment
• Familiarity with problem-solving methodologies like Lean Six Sigma

This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative biotech company, contributing to the manufacture of next-generation cell-based therapies. If you're passionate about GMP manufacturing and eager to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Reach out on LinkedIn or send your CV to [emailprotected]