Production Operator

Next Generation Recruitment; Ireland; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Next Generation Recruitment is seeking a Production Operator II for a large-scale biologics manufacturing site in Ireland, supporting cell culture, purification, and downstream processing in a GMP environment.

The role emphasizes detail orientation and safety, with a 4-cycle rotating shift pattern (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off) onsite in Swords, Co. Dublin, Ireland. Training provided and a clear path to build extensive biopharma experience.

Qualifications

• Level 6 qualification (minimum) in Science, Biotechnology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 0-3 years' experience in pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing (or equivalent).
• Exposure to GMP-regulated environments is an advantage.
• Understanding of biologics manufacturing processes is an advantage.
• Experience in cell culture, drug substance, or bioprocessing.

Responsibilities

• Execute biologics drug substance manufacturing processes to GMP standard.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain automated manufacturing equipment and production systems.
• Follow paperless batch recipes through electronic manufacturing systems.
• Perform upstream processing, including inoculation and cell culture activities.
• Support downstream operations including filtration and purification.
• Carry out cleaning, preparation, validation, and in-process testing.
• Ensure all production activities meet GMP and EHS standards.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and emphasize process deviations or equipment issues.
• Work to SOPs, batch records, and established work instructions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Safety-focused

Problem-solving

Education

Level 6 qualification (Science/Biotech/Engineering)

Job description

Build Your Career in Biologics Manufacturing

Production Operator II

Join a large-scale commercial biologics manufacturing site where your hands‑on skills will support cell culture, purification, and downstream processing in a GMP‑regulated environment.

We're looking for a detail‑oriented, safety‑focused operator who can work confidently in a structured shift‑based manufacturing team and help deliver right‑first‑time, patient‑focused production.

What you'll achieve (and why it matters)

• Execute biologics drug substance manufacturing processes to GMP standard.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain automated manufacturing equipment and production systems.
• Follow paperless batch recipes through electronic manufacturing systems.
• Perform upstream processing, including inoculation and cell culture activities.
• Support downstream operations including filtration and purification.
• Carry out cleaning, preparation, validation, and in-process testing.
• Ensure all production activities meet GMP and EHS standards.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and emphasize process deviations or equipment issues.
• Work to SOPs, batch records, and established work instructions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.

Your edge (desired, not required)

• Level 6 qualification (minimum) in Science, Biotechnology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 0-3 years' experience in pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing (or equivalent).
• Exposure to GMP-regulated environments is an advantage.
• Understanding of biologics manufacturing processes is an advantage.
• Experience in cell culture, drug substance, or bioprocessing.
• Familiarity with automated or paperless manufacturing systems.
• Strong problem-solving ability under pressure.
• Comfortable working a 4-cycle rotating shift pattern (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off).
• Ability to work fully onsite in Swords, Co. Dublin.

Why this role matters

You'll play a direct role in getting a commercial-scale biologics product safely and compliantly through production - from cell culture to purification. It's a genuine entry point into large-scale biologics manufacturing, with a strong shift allowance and extended time off built into the rotation, and a clear route to build long-term technical experience in a highly regulated industry.

All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.