Production Operator — GMP Pharma, 9‑Day Fortnight & Benefits

Dechra; Spilsby; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Wellbeing benefits

9-day fortnight

Job summary

Dechra is looking for a Production Operator to support safe, reliable manufacturing operations and maintain high quality standards. You will work from approved procedures, operate equipment, and keep accurate records in a GMP environment.

The role emphasises teamwork, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to safety and continuous improvement. The site offers wellbeing benefits, an Employee Assistance Program, and a 9-day fortnight for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in a production, manufacturing or similar hands-on role.
• Ability to follow written procedures and work accurately with production records.
• A responsible approach to safety, quality and hygiene.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Reliability, flexibility and a willingness to learn.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• carrying out production activities in line with approved procedures, work instructions and production schedules
• operating production equipment safely and monitoring processes to ensure products meet quality requirements
• preparing work areas, equipment and materials for production activities
• completing production records and other documentation accurately and promptly
• following Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), health and safety requirements, and site procedures
• reporting equipment faults, process deviations and quality concerns to the appropriate team member
• maintaining a clean, orderly work area and supporting cleaning and housekeeping activities
• working collaboratively with colleagues to meet production targets and support continuous improvement

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Basic computer skills

Tools

GMP knowledge

Production equipment operation

Job description

Dechra is looking for a Production Operator to support safe, reliable manufacturing operations and maintain high quality standards. You will work from approved procedures, operate equipment, and keep accurate records in a GMP environment.

The role emphasises teamwork, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to safety and continuous improvement. The site offers wellbeing benefits, an Employee Assistance Program, and a 9-day fortnight for full-time staff.