Packaging Operator

Biopharma Careers; Blanchardstown; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca is seeking a Packaging Operator for the Dublin facility to manage day-to-day packaging activities in a GMP environment. You will ensure procedures are followed, training is up to date, and compliance is maintained to protect patient safety.

The role requires initiative, flexibility, and the ability to work with complex electronic systems such as SAP and serialization platforms. A strong focus on continuous improvement and collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years experience in Packaging Operations in a fast paced GMP environment.
• Must be able to work within and adapt to complex electronic systems such as SAP, serialization equipment/platforms.
• Good level of knowledge of regulatory and GMP requirements.
• Be energetic and flexible.
• Be a good team player.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all training on equipment, processes, and facility and safety procedures are maintained and up to date at all times.
• Perform day-to-day packaging activities to meet schedules while ensuring a high level of GMP compliance.
• Maintain a high, and continuously improving, level of GMP compliance to ensure patient safety and to minimize risk to the company business.
• Work on own initiative and be self driven.
• To aid with troubleshooting and resolving operational problems during packaging.
• Routinely draft and revise standard operating procedures and master batch records.
• To aid in deviation investigations and closures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas needing improvement, recommending strategies for improvement, and implementing those strategies once approved.
• Support Regulatory licensure activities, including agency inspections.
• To perform any other task or duties as assigned by Area Supervisor.

Skills

Packaging operations

SAP

Serialization systems

Team player

GMP compliance

Education

Science or Engineering degree

Tools

Serialization equipment platforms

Job description

The Packaging Operator is responsible for the day to day packaging activities at the Dublin facility. They are responsible for ensuring that all packaging activities are completed as per approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), in a safe manner and in compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

The individual in this position is expected to represent Alexion Pharmaceutical interests, objectives and policies in a professional and responsible manner.

You will be responsible for:

• Ensure all training on equipment, processes, and facility and safety procedures are maintained and up to date at all times
• Perform day-to-day packaging activities to meet schedules while ensuring a high level of GMP compliance
• Maintain a high, and continuously improving, level of GMP compliance to ensure patient safety and to minimize risk to the company business
• Work on own initiative and be self driven
• To aid with troubleshooting and resolving operational problems during packaging
• Routinely draft and revise standard operating procedures and master batch records
• To aid in deviation investigations and closures
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas needing improvement, recommending strategies for improvement, and implementing those strategies once approved
• Support Regulatory licensure activities, including agency inspections
• To perform any other task or duties as assigned by Area Supervisor

You will need to have:

• 2-5 years experience in Packaging Operations in a fast paced GMP environment.
• Must be able to work within and adapt to complex electronic systems such as SAP, serialization equipment/platforms.
• Good level of knowledge of regulatory and GMP requirements.
• Be energetic and flexible.
• Be a good team player.

The duties of this role are generally conducted in a pharmaceutical packaging environment. As is typical of a pharmaceutical packaging-based role, employees must be able, with or without an accommodation to:

• frequently lift/carry 15/30 pounds unassisted/assisted
• stand for prolonged periods of time
• walk and move for prolonged periods of time
• gown/degown PPE
• use a computer with a keyboard and mouse
• collaborate with others
• maintain general availability during shift hours

We would prefer for you to have:

• A proven track record of improvement activities in previous roles.
• A proven track record of involvement in extra side teams – for example Safety Team, Quality Team, OEE Team.
• Third level qualification in a scientific or engineering discipline or equivalent would be desirable.

Date Posted

04-Sept-2026

Closing Date

17-Sept-2026

Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.