Production Technician

BES Group; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Pharmaceutical company in the Hertfordshire area is seeking multiple experienced Production Technicians to manage machine setup and ensure adherence to cGMP standards. Responsibilities include operating equipment, following SOPs, and coordinating with production teams. This role offers a 4 on 4 off shift pattern and opportunities for process improvement within a regulated industry. Ideal candidates will have experience in pharmaceuticals or similar sectors and possess attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in process or regulated industry is essential.
• Familiarity with automated and semi-automated equipment operation.
• Strong understanding of SOPs and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to cGMP and H&S standards in production.
• Ensure compliance with maintenance and calibration of equipment.
• Coordinate activities within production sections as needed.

Skills

Experience in highly regulated industries

Attention to detail

Ability to operate automated equipment

Job description

Are you an experienced production technician / operator looking for an exciting new job opportunity? We are currently looking for multiple Production Technicians and Operators to join a leading Pharmaceutical company based in the Hertfordshire area. There are multiple vacancies across various production teams including incoming materials, equipment and machine preparation, material handling/processing, sterile operations, quality control, labelling and packaging. All production teams work 24/7 and as the Production Technician you will be on a 4 on 4 off 12 hour shift.

As the Production Technician you will be responsible for the technical aspects of machine set‑up and operation/completion of relevant documentation, whilst actively supporting process improvements and adhering to cGMP regulations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. To adhere to cGMP and H&S standards, including hygiene, environmental control and safe working practices within the production environment.
2. To ensure that manufacturing equipment is used in compliance with any maintenance, calibration and validation requirements.
3. Help co‑coordinate the activities of the section including the liaising with other sections when required.
4. To develop skills which will enable reviews of SOP's, BPR's and related documentation as required by the Team Leader.

Role Requirements

1. Have previous work experience in a process or highly regulated industry, e.g. Pharmaceutical, Chemicals, Food, FMCG, Beverages etc.
2. Experience in setting up and operating automated and semi-automated equipment in compliance with approved procedures.
3. Demonstrated ability to understand and follow SOP's with good attention to detail.