Production Technician - Higher Level (XR05)

Smart Motors Toyota; Leeds; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Leeds is seeking a Production Technician - Higher Level to join their Pharmacy Manufacturing Unit. The role involves training and developing staff in a GMP-compliant environment. Candidates should possess a Level 3 qualification in Science Manufacturing or Pharmacy Services. This full-time position requires flexibility, with a commitment to delivering high-quality training and support to apprentices and trainees.

Qualifications

• Experience of supervising and training staff.
• Aseptic preparation and Good Manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key trainer for the delivery of the in-house training programme.
• Maintain accurate records for competency-based training programmes.
• Support recruitment of new level 2 & level 3 apprentices.

Skills

Flexible/adaptable

Able to work under pressure

Professional manner

Able to work accurately and independently

Can use initiative to solve problems

Education

Level 3 Science Manufacturing Technician qualification

BTEC in pharmaceutical science

NVQ level 3 in pharmacy services

Job description

Production Technician - Higher Level (XR05)

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16/06/2025

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Science Manufacturing or Pharmacy Technician with a passion for training and development to join our team in the Pharmacy Manufacturing Unit. In this role you will help to shape the learning journey of trainees and apprentices to ensure that staff gain the skills, knowledge and confidence to thrive in a regulated, GMP-compliant environment.

Job Summary

Expected Shortlisting Date

04/06/2025

Planned Interview Date

16/06/2025

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Science Manufacturing or Pharmacy Technician with a passion for training and development to join our team in the Pharmacy Manufacturing Unit. In this role you will help to shape the learning journey of trainees and apprentices to ensure that staff gain the skills, knowledge and confidence to thrive in a regulated, GMP-compliant environment.

We are committed to delivering the highest quality of training and offer opportunities for growth and development to all our staff to support them to reach their full potential. Working in a dynamic, collaborative and supportive environment you will also have the opportunity to both showcase and develop your leadership skills and expertise.

This is an exciting time to join us as we are part of a national programme to transform aseptic services in England, with West Yorkshire Association of Acute Trusts (WYAAT) identified as one of Englands pathfinder sites.

All candidates must have either a Level 3 Science Manufacturing Qualification or an NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent and be registered or eligible to register with the GPhC or the Science Council. Aseptic experience is essential for this post.

Interviews will be held on Monday 16/06/2025

Main duties of the job

Act as a key trainer for the delivery of the in-house training programme and complete all associated documentation.

Co-ordinate training and identify staff development needs and opportunities.

Maintain accurate records for competency-based training programmes ensuring evidence is up to date and compliant.

Provide tailored training and support for level 2 & level 3 learners on apprenticeships and other qualifications.

Act as a mentor for trainees, providing on-the-job coaching and feedback.

Support training for rotational staff including Science Manufacturing Technician (SMT) apprentices and Trainee Pharmaceutical Scientists (STPs).

Assist in the development or adaptation of training materials.

Carry out quarterly 1:1s with junior staff.

Support recruitment of new level 2 & level 3 apprentices.

Deliver structured induction programs for new staff.

You will also be required to support the service one day per week involving the day to day running of a busy unit, including supervision of staff and accuracy checking of medicines.

The post is a full-time post of 37.5 hours per week, to be worked flexibly over a 4-day working week (Monday - Friday) but the post holder must work until 7pm as part of some of the shifts. You will also be expected to participate in a Bank Holiday and Weekend rota.

About Us

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is one of the biggest NHS Trusts in the country, offering a range of both general and specialist hospital services with excellent clinical outcomes for patients. We have an international reputation for excellence in specialist care, research and academic training.

Our vision as a Trust is to be the best for specialist and integrated care. This is underpinned by our values - The Leeds Way. The Leeds Way defines who we are, what we believe and how we will work together to deliver the best outcomes for our patients.

Leeds is a wonderful city to work in and LTHT is an organisation that puts its patients first and highly values and supports its staff.

The Pharmacy Department at LTHT is highly respected, forward thinking and recognised within the organisation for collaborative working. We offer excellent career progression whilst working in a friendly and supportive team and share a team goal to put patients first.

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.

Date posted

06 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9298-MMP-385

Job locations

St. James's University Hospital

Beckett Street

Leeds

LS9 7TF

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Working as an experienced and qualified Production Technician the post holder will contribute to the effective and efficient delivery of the Pharmacy Preparative Service and support the training and development of the team.

Manage, co-ordinate and prioritise workload and staff in a busy Licensed Pharmacy Manufacturing Unit on a daily basis.

Undertake accuracy checking duties including pre and in-process and post-production checking.

Supervise the work of staff including trainees by maintaining standards of service, ensuring compliance with SOPs, completion of documentation and communicating any changes in working practice.

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Working as an experienced and qualified Production Technician the post holder will contribute to the effective and efficient delivery of the Pharmacy Preparative Service and support the training and development of the team.

Manage, co-ordinate and prioritise workload and staff in a busy Licensed Pharmacy Manufacturing Unit on a daily basis.

Undertake accuracy checking duties including pre and in-process and post-production checking.

Supervise the work of staff including trainees by maintaining standards of service, ensuring compliance with SOPs, completion of documentation and communicating any changes in working practice.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of supervising and training staff
  
  

Desirable

• Aseptic preparation and Good Manufacturing process
  
  

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 Science Manufacturing Technician qualification Or BTEC in pharmaceutical science or NVQ level 3 in pharmacy services or equivalent qualification
• Registered or eligible to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council, Science Council or equivalent body
  
  

Skills & behaviours

Essential

• Flexible/adaptable
• Able to work under pressure
• Professional manner
• Able to work accurately and independently
• Can use initiative to solve problems
  
  

Person Specification

Essential

• Flexible/adaptable
• Able to work under pressure
• Professional manner
• Able to work accurately and independently
• Can use initiative to solve problems
  
  

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St. James's University Hospital

Beckett Street

Leeds

LS9 7TF

Employer's website

https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St. James's University Hospital

Beckett Street

Leeds

LS9 7TF

Employer's website

https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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