Production Technician

Merck Gruppe - MSD Sharp & Dohme; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company in Milton Keynes is seeking a meticulous Production Technician to ensure product quality. The role involves blending and filling products accurately in a GMP environment, operating sophisticated equipment, and maintaining detailed documentation. Ideal candidates will have experience in GMP manufacturing, strong problem-solving skills, and a collaborative approach. Opportunities for growth and structured training are provided.

Benefits

Structured training and support

Opportunities to grow skills in a high-performance environment

Qualifications

• Experience in GMP manufacturing or sterile production environments preferred.
• Comfortable working in graded cleanrooms and with barrier systems.
• Skilled in equipment setup, cleaning, sterilization, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Blend and fill products accurately and on time.
• Work across GMP graded environments and operate Grade A systems.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards in production areas.

Skills

Accountability

Analytical Thinking

Cleanroom Gowning

Computer Literacy

GMP Operations

Problem Resolution

Production Support

SAP PP (Production Planning)

Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Management

Tools

SAP

LIMS

Job description

Job Description

Production Technician – Paracox Secondary Production

Location: Milton Keynes | Employment type: Full-time | Department: Manufacturing

Join a team that safeguards product quality at every step. We’re looking for a meticulous, proactive Production Technician to help us deliver Paracox products with precision and care. If you thrive in GMP environments and enjoy hands‑on work with cutting‑edge equipment, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll do

• Blend and fill products accurately and on time, maintaining exceptional attention to detail
• Work across GMP graded environments (Grades B, C, D) and operate Grade A Restricted Access Barrier Systems
• Perform chemical sterilisation of antigens
• Clean, sterilize, and operate vessels; set up and run blending equipment and filling machines
• Prepare equipment for autoclaving; carry out routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting
• Keep precise records and documentation (including SAP tasks) in real time
• Maintain high housekeeping standards in production areas
• Support deviation investigations and periodic SOP reviews
• Own simple GMP changes and CAPA‑related tasks
• Contribute to departmental scheduling and daily planning meetings
• Provide on‑the‑job training demonstrations for new operators
• Conduct environmental monitoring and use the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

What success looks like

• Consistently complete batch paperwork for filled product, packing, and dispatch accurately at the point of use
• Collaborate effectively with your team while remaining confident working independently when needed
• Uphold GMP, SOPs, and safety standards without compromise

About you

• Experience in GMP manufacturing or sterile production environments (biopharma, vaccines, or related fields preferred)
• Comfortable working in graded cleanrooms and with barrier systems
• Skilled in equipment setup, cleaning, sterilization, and documentation
• Familiarity with SAP and LIMS is a plus
• Strong problem‑solving mindset, reliable, and detail‑focused
• Clear communicator with a collaborative approach

Why join us

• Be part of a mission‑driven team producing products that make a real‑world impact
• Structured training and support from experienced colleagues
• Opportunities to grow your skills in a regulated, high‑performance environment

Closing date for applications: 05/12/2025

Required Skills

Accountability, Analytical Thinking, Cleanroom Gowning, Computer Literacy, GMP Operations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Operations Management, Problem Resolution, Production Support, SAP PP (Production Planning), Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Management

Preferred Skills

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