Production Technician - Evening Shift

Baxter; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A pharmaceutical company in Oxford is seeking Production Technicians in the TPN department. The role involves assembling raw materials for compounding, manufacturing life-saving products, and adhering to strict SOPs and health safety guidelines. Ideal candidates will have a GCSE or equivalent, strong communication skills, and great attention to detail. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £25,600 plus shift allowance and additional benefits, fostering a supportive work-life balance.

Benefits

Shift allowance

Professional development opportunities

Work-life balance emphasis

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent education is mandatory.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.
• High attention to detail is required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble raw materials and ingredients for compounding.
• Manufacture life-saving products in compliance with SOPs.
• Prepare, label, package, and dispatch sterile products.
• Replenish and rotate stock as needed.
• Inspect finished products visually to ensure quality.
• Adhere to health and safety requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness in work areas and equipment.
• Perform pre-compounding and post-compounding checks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good oral/written communication

Education

GCSE or equivalent including English & Mathematics

Job description

Position Overview

Baxter Compounding in Oxford is looking for Production Technicians in our TPN department (Total Parenteral Nutrition) who are keen to join us in helping save and sustain the lives of our patients by manufacturing essential life supporting products. The ideal candidate will have very good attention to detail and will be keen to start a career in the pharmaceutical industry, as full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• To assemble raw materials and ingredients for compounding sterile products.
• To manufacture life‑saving products in accordance with approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) manually and using a compounder.
• To assist in the preparation of sterile products, their labelling, packaging and dispatch.
• To replenish stock and rotate stock.
• To perform visual inspection of finished products.
• Ensure a high quality of service to the customer and adhere to Health and Safety requirements and company procedures.
• To perform and record all cleaning for the equipment, areas of work and supplies as and when required as defined in the relevant SOPs and in accordance with the principles of Good Manufacturing Practice.
• Ensure adequate and appropriate stocks of equipment and supplies.
• Perform pre‑compounding, compounding and post‑compounding checks.

Qualifications & Requirements

GCSE or equivalent, including English & Mathematics. Good oral/written communication. High attention to detail.

At Baxter, we believe every person‑regardless of who they are or where they are from‑deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Work Information

This is a full‑time, permanent position for the Baxter site in Oxford. The role will be mainly based in TPN (Total Parenteral Nutrition) unit, where operators will work in grade B and C environments. Working hours are 1 pm – 9 pm, Monday – Friday, with occasional hours of 10 am – 6 pm.

Salary & Benefits

• £25,600 base salary + shift allowance + benefits.
• Professional development opportunities.
• High importance placed on work–life balance.