Sterile Production Plant Operator

Eurofins; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global testing services company in Macclesfield is seeking a Stage Specific Operator for the oncology drug product manufacturing process. This role involves cutting, check-weighing, and primary packing within a controlled environment. Ideal candidates must possess strong literacy and numeracy skills, be compliant with GMP regulations, and be able to operate line equipment. The position offers various benefits including health plans and career opportunities.

Benefits

Health Cash Plan

Life Assurance

Pension

Employee Assistance Program

Free parking

Career opportunities

Perkbox discounts

Qualifications

• Candidates must be medically fit to work in an Aseptic Processing Area.
• Ability to adapt to changing operational needs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operation of specific equipment.
• Performing technical adjustments and calibrations.
• Completing GMP documentation and cleaning activities.
• Training and coaching new starters.

Skills

Strong literacy and numeracy skills

Ability to work in an Aseptic Processing Area

Operational knowledge of line equipment and MS Office

Good communication skills

Manual handling ability

Education

GCSEs or equivalent in English and Maths

Job description

4 nights starting at 22:00 till 06:00, followed by 4 rest days. You will work a day shift, Monday - Friday, for 6 weeks during training.

The core activity of the Stage Specific Operator role involves undertaking Cutting, Check-weighing, and Primary Packing tasks associated with the oncology drug product manufacturing process. All operations are performed within an Aseptic Processing Area; therefore, candidates must be medically fit to work in such an environment, adhere to strict operational behaviors, and work with minimal supervision.

While having detailed knowledge in at least one operational area, the development focus will be on gaining high-level operational knowledge across all activities related to Cutting, Check-weighing, and Packing processes.

Job Responsibilities

Key result areas and specific tasks include:

• Set-up and operation of specific equipment.
• Performing technical adjustments and calibrations.
• Operation of weighing and counting balances.
• Managing consumables, components, and equipment transfers.
• Inventory management and reconciliation of products and components.
• Performing minor and participating in major interventions.
• Completing GMP documentation and cleaning activities.
• Sampling, equipment monitoring, environmental and personal monitoring.
• Testing critical devices and setting up inline filters.
• Gathering KPI data and supporting continuous improvement initiatives using Lean tools.
• Training and coaching new starters and participating in adverse event investigations.

Specific Tasks by Area

• Cutting: Product inspection, equipment positioning, stock management.
• Check-weighing: Manual QC sample assembly, record archiving, equipment management.
• Primary Packing: Leak testing, safety checks, visual inspection, bulk packing.

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong literacy and numeracy skills, GCSEs or equivalent in English and Maths.
• Ability to work in an Aseptic Processing Area and comply with GMP & SHE requirements.
• Operational knowledge of line equipment and electronic media including MS Office.
• Good communication, quick learner, team player, organized, accurate, and documentation skills.
• Manual handling ability and flexibility to adapt to changing operational needs.

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing analytical testing services across industries, ensuring products are safe and accurately labeled. Committed to sustainability, diversity, and corporate responsibility, Eurofins aims for carbon neutrality by 2025.

Benefits

• Reward and Recognition, Health Cash Plan, Life Assurance, Pension, Employee Assistance Program, Free parking, Career opportunities, Perkbox discounts.

Next Steps

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