Production Operator – Biotech Manufacturing

RECRUITERS; Dunboyne; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

RECRUITERS is seeking a Production Operator for a state-of-the-art biotech manufacturing facility in Dunboyne, Co. Meath. The role involves working within a modern, highly regulated pharmaceutical environment to support biologic drug substance production on a rotating 24/7 shift.

You will prepare, operate and monitor equipment, follow GMP standards, and contribute to quality and safety. A science/engineering/biotech qualification and up to 3 years of relevant pharma experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Science, Engineering, Biotechnology or equivalent technical discipline.
• 0-3 years' experience in pharmaceutical/biotech manufacturing.
• Experience in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of biologics manufacturing or drug substance production would be an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and an understanding of quality and safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive, flexible approach with the ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, operate and monitor manufacturing equipment used in biologic drug substance production.
• Carry out manufacturing activities including inoculation, cell culture, filtration and purification.
• Set up single-use equipment between production runs.
• Follow automated production recipes using paperless manufacturing technology.
• Complete cleaning, validation and in-process testing activities.
• Maintain accurate production documentation and comply with GMP and EHS requirements.
• Identify and resolve operational issues, contributing to continuous improvement and efficient production processes.
• Work collaboratively with the wider shift team to ensure production targets and quality standards are achieved.

Education

Science/Engineering/Biotech degree or equivalent

Job description

Production Operator - Biotech Manufacturing

• Location: Dunboyne, Co. Meath
• Contract: 11 months contract
• Shift Pattern: Rotating 24/7 shift pattern, including days, nights and weekends

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Production Operator to join a state-of-the-art biotechnology manufacturing facility in Dunboyne. This role offers the opportunity to work within a modern, highly regulated pharmaceutical environment, supporting the production of biologic drug substances. You will join a manufacturing shift team, operating specialist equipment and ensuring production activities are completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with GMP standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, operate and monitor manufacturing equipment used in biologic drug substance production.
• Carry out manufacturing activities including inoculation, cell culture, filtration and purification.
• Set up single-use equipment between production runs.
• Follow automated production recipes using paperless manufacturing technology.
• Complete cleaning, validation and in-process testing activities.
• Maintain accurate production documentation and comply with GMP and EHS requirements.
• Identify and resolve operational issues, contributing to continuous improvement and efficient production processes.
• Work collaboratively with the wider shift team to ensure production targets and quality standards are achieved.

Requirements:

• A qualification in Science, Engineering, Biotechnology or another relevant technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 0-3 years' experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology or related manufacturing industry.
• Previous experience working in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of biologics manufacturing or drug substance production would be an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and an understanding of quality and safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive, flexible approach with the ability to work under pressure.

If you have a relevant scientific background and are interested in developing your experience within a modern biotechnology manufacturing environment, we would love to hear from you.