Production Technician x 2

Merck; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is recruiting two Production Inspection Technicians on a 12-month fixed-term contract to work at their Milton Keynes facility. Candidates will inspect vaccine products for quality while following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Full training will be provided, and attention to detail is crucial for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Interest in a scientific field is beneficial.
• An up to date eye test (within 12 months) is necessary.
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

Responsibilities

• Inspect finished filled product (vaccine) for defects.
• Operation of machinery such as autoclaves and filling machine.
• Perform environmental monitoring of graded areas.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Written and Spoken English

Education

GCSE/A level or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Today, we are building a new kind of healthcare company – one that is ready to help create a healthier future for all of us.
Our ability to excel depends on the integrity, knowledge, imagination, skill, diversity and teamwork of an individual like you. To this end, we strive to create an environment of mutual respect, encouragement and teamwork.

We are recruiting two (12 month fixed term contract) Production Inspection Technicians for our manufacturing facility in Milton Keynes. We are welcoming applications from candidates across a broad range of experience levels.

All work must be performed in accordance with current GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and local SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures). Attention to detail is critical for this role. Full training will be given on all tasks.

The main duties will include:

• Inspecting finished filled product (vaccine) for defects
• Follow SOP and Batch paperwork instructions for completion of job tasks
• Operation of machinery such as autoclaves, parts washer and filling machine
• Perform environmental monitoring of graded areas
• Aseptic operations in Grade A and Grade B environments
• Taking in deliveries and making up packaging
• To be flexible to business needs, train and work in other areas as required
• Support cleaning requirements in the Area
• To maintain safe working practices at all times

Qualifications:

• GCSE/A level (or equivalent), with an interest in a scientific field
• Understanding of product quality, for example: demonstrated through Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
• Evidence of excellent attention to detail and ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Good level of written and spoken English
• An up to date eye test (within 12 months) is necessary for this role

You will need to pass a short test to visually identify various defects on products for this role.

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Employee Status:

Project Temps (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Required Skills:

Autoclaves, Autoclaves, Automated Machinery, Calibration of Equipment, Computer Literacy, Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Monitoring Systems, Equipment Maintenance, Facility Maintenance, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Healthcare Project Management, Inventory Management, Lean Manufacturing, Maintenance Processes, Management Process, Manufacturing Quality Control, Mechanical Maintenance, Morale Building, Occupational Health and Safety Management, Preventive Maintenance, Process Optimization, Production Reports, Production Scheduling, Safety Assurance, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Writing {+ 4 more}

Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

08/1/2025

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