We are Hiring! Technical Operators / Formulation Technicians - Multiple Positions Available

Thermofisher Scientific; Swindon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific in Swindon is seeking Technical Operators / Formulation Technicians for various departments. Roles involve aseptic filling, GMP-compliant manufacturing, and documentation across shift patterns (Double Days, 24/7, or Nights).

The sites require careful line setup, IPC checks, cleaning, and equipment maintenance while ensuring compliance with SOPs, BMRs, and cGMP standards. Strong English and maths are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in pharmaceutical or regulated environments (MHRA/FDA).
• Clean room experience and aseptic manufacturing knowledge desirable.
• Strong English and mathematics; scientific background preferred.
• Science degree is a plus; Lean and continuous improvement experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate aseptic filling lines following SOPs.
• Manufacture and batch process per BMRs and SOPs.
• Perform IPC checks, line clearance, and documentation to first-time quality.
• Support equipment start-up, changeovers, cleaning, and maintenance.
• Monitor equipment status and report faults to supervision.
• Utilise SAP for transactions and quality systems for GMP changes.

Skills

Aseptic manufacturing

GMP experience

English proficiency

Communication skills

Education

A-Levels

Science degree desirable

Tools

SAP transactions

HMI control systems

Job description

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Laboratory Setting, Standing for full shift, We currently have multiple exciting opportunities for Technical Operators / Formulation Technicians across various departments at our site. Each position will operate on one of our established shift patterns: Double Days, 24/7, or Night Shifts, depending on the department and role. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our teams in Swindon.,

• Set up and operation of aseptic filling lines in accordance to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)



• Manufacture pharmaceuticals in accordance to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs).



• Perform Manufacturing, Filling, Packaging operational duties, e.g. line clearance, In Process Checks (IPC) checks, replace components on line, complete batch & associated documentation, right first time for accordance with SOPs to ensure compliance with cGMP.



• Set equipment to ensure minimum downtime levels, minimum product damage/waste, support machine start-up, changeovers, testing and cleaning activities in accordance with SOP's and cGMP requirements.



• Monitoring equipment status and readiness for production, reporting any faults or issues to Supervision



• Cleaning and maintenance of clean rooms/equipment to SOPs, cGMP and pharmaceutical industry regulatory standards.



• Perform Clean In Place (CIP) and Steam In Place (SIP) activities using HMI controlled systems.



• Operation of airlocks, autoclaves, automated vessels/ equipment cleaning systems to ensure that all equipment is sterilised ready for use.



• To ensure any instances of non-conformance are communicated to the area leader, Manager or Quality Assurance representatives to ensure that they are investigated and rectified.



• Support project validation work, new product introduction to the Operations department



• SAP transactions.



• Using Quality systems for GMP changes and report writing.



• Conduct and assist, where appropriate in basic equipment maintenance.
  

  Experience of working in a pharmaceutical, or other regulated environment (MHRA and FDA regulations)




• Experience of clean room working, knowledge of aseptic manufacturing, filling desirable.



• Experience of spray drying systems, bulk GMP powder manufacturing and powder filling.



• Strong competency in English and Maths is essential, and a scientific background essential (e.g. A-Levels).



• Degree in Science based subject desirable.



• Excellent communication and team working skills, with the ability to manage your own workload.



• Experience in Lean systems and Continuous Improvement



• Understanding of HMI driven pharmaceutical systems



• Aseptic block license will be considered a plus.
  

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