Technician, Production (EC)

TN United Kingdom; Thetford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a pioneering healthcare company where your work directly impacts patient lives. As a Production Technician in a newly established department, you will support semi-automated compounding processes, ensuring compliance with quality standards. This role offers the chance to grow within a supportive environment, with competitive pay and benefits. Enjoy a fulfilling career that combines purpose with professional development, all while working in a state-of-the-art facility aimed at improving healthcare outcomes for patients worldwide.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Employee discount scheme

Career progression opportunities

Subsidized canteen

Westfield healthcare

Up to 8% pension contribution

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• GCSE in English & Mathematics required.
• Knowledge of GMP and aseptic techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Labeling products and dispensing according to specifications.
• Maintaining productivity and controlling inventory.
• Sanitizing equipment and routine facility monitoring.

Skills

Aseptic technique knowledge

Understanding of cleanroom protocols

Knowledge of GMP manufacturing

Excellent communication skills

High attention to detail

Compassion and understanding

Education

GCSE or equivalent in English & Mathematics

Job description

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This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Our products and therapies are found in hospitals, clinics, and homes worldwide. For over 85 years, we have pioneered medical innovations that transform healthcare.

We foster a workplace where happiness, success, and inspiration thrive. Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives—where your purpose accelerates our mission.

Our Compounding team in Thetford is recruiting for a Production Technician for a new, purpose-built department. This role involves supporting semi-automated compounding processes to increase productivity, reduce manual strain, and enable growth to serve more patients.

You will handle daily tasks related to preparation, manufacturing, and inspection of medicines, supporting all aspects of cleanroom production, including aseptic compounding, equipment use, inventory control, and environmental monitoring to ensure compliance with licensing and quality standards. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a high-performing team making this new department a success.

Work hours are Monday – Friday, rotating shifts from 06:00-14:00 and 13:00-21:00. Training will be during daytime hours, requiring some flexibility initially. We offer a competitive salary of £25,600, weekly shift allowance of £45.35, and benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Employee discount scheme
• Career progression opportunities
• Subsidized canteen
• Westfield healthcare
• Up to 8% pension contribution
• Employee assistance programme

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Labeling products according to specifications
• Dispensing and manufacturing in accordance with SOPs
• Maintaining productivity and efficiency
• Controlling isolator inventory
• Sanitizing equipment and components per SOPs
• Routine equipment sampling, maintenance, and testing
• Facility monitoring and cleaning

Experience required:

• GCSE or equivalent in English & Mathematics
• Aseptic technique knowledge (preferred but not essential)
• Understanding of cleanroom protocols (preferred but not essential)
• Knowledge of GMP manufacturing (desired)
• Excellent communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Compassion and understanding of the product's destination (hospitals or homes)

Next steps:

This is the first stage interview, helping us learn about you. We will review your application with hiring managers and inform you if you're invited for a final interview.

Thank you for your interest in Baxter. We look forward to hearing from you!