Senior Operator Grade 2

Almac Group; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

Almac Group in Craigavon, Northern Ireland, is seeking a Senior Operator Grade 2 for Packaging Operations on fixed night shift (22:00–06:00, Sun–Thu) or rotating shifts. You will control operations, oversee production equipment, and ensure SOP/regulatory compliance while supporting the team.

Ideal candidates have production experience, GCSE English and Maths (C or above), strong leadership and communication, and the ability to work independently within a team.

Qualifications

• Experience in a production environment involving teams, machinery and quality control of the product.
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or above or equivalent experience in a similar role.
• Strong leadership, clear communication (written and verbal), high‑standard documentation and ability to work independently while contributing to a team.

Responsibilities

• Control operations within your production room.
• Oversee production processes and operate production equipment, ensuring compliance with SOPs and regulatory standards.
• Prepare production rooms and equipment before each batch, verify materials, and complete all required documentation accurately.
• Support and oversee team members to ensure effective completion of operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Documentation

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

GCSE English & Maths (C+)

Job description

Senior Operator Grade 2 (Packaging Operations)

Location: Craigavon, Northern Ireland

Various Shifts Available: See below for further details

Salary: £15.47 per hour + shift premium, annual bonus and excellent benefits package

Business Unit: Almac Pharma Services

Ref No: HRJOB11828

About The Role

The Packaging department within Almac Pharma Services is responsible for packing medicines for delivery to patients and healthcare providers around the world. We package and label drug products including tablets, capsules, blister packs, cartons, and vials, ensuring compliance with strict quality and safety standards including temperature control of the product.

We currently have opportunities to join our team in the role of Senior Operator Grade 2, based at our state-of-the-art custom designed facilities in Craigavon.

We are particularly seeking applications for our fixed Night Shift, working hours as follows:

Nightshift 22:00 – 06:00 Sun – Thu (37.5 hours per week)

We additionally may have opportunities on our rotating shift pattern, or may create a Reserve List for future opportunities:

Rotating shift pattern working 06:00 – 14:00 and 14:00 – 22:00 (37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday)

What You’ll Do

• Control operations within your production room
• Oversee production processes and operate production equipment, ensuring compliance with SOPs and regulatory standards
• Prepare production rooms and equipment before each batch, verify materials, and complete all required documentation accurately.
• Support and oversee team members to ensure effective completion of operations

About You (key Requirements)

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Experience: Previous experience working within a production environment involving teams, machinery, and quality control of the product
• Qualifications: GCSEs (or equivalent level qualification) at Grade C or above in English and Maths or significant relevant experience working in a similar role
• Skills: Strong leadership, clear communication (written and verbal), high‑standard documentation, and the ability to work independently while contributing to a team. Experience of leading production teams would be an advantage.

Additional Requirements

• Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK
• Previous management/supervisory experience would be a strong advantage.

Refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information on the role and responsibilities and for a full list of essential and desirable criteria. Please ensure your CV demonstrates how you meet the required criteria prior to submitting your application.

Why Build Your Career at Almac?

At Almac, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Your future matters — and our approach is simple: we support, develop and reward our people, build fulfilling careers and together we advance human health. Find out more about our Support, Develop, and Reward initiatives here: https://www.almacgroup.com/careers/life-at-almac/

Closing Date

Closing date for receipt of applications is 9th September 2026 at 5pm.