Production Operator - Level 1

PCI Pharma Services; Dundalk; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

PCI Pharma Services in Dundalk, Ireland, is seeking a Packaging Operator to support the packaging line in a GMP environment. The role focuses on adhering to product specifications, quality checks, and strict safety practices.

You will collaborate with Team Leaders and Production staff to maintain output and compliance. Join a team dedicated to delivering life-changing therapies, with responsibilities across housekeeping, logbooks, and endorsed continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English required.
• Ability to follow clear goals and communicate progress.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Self-motivated with a results-driven approach.
• Flexibility to work across different shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe work practices are followed at all times and report near misses to the EHS Department.
• Ensure all produced product conforms to the approved specification.
• Carry out visual inspections at required frequencies and perform in-process quality checks with documentation.
• Collect QC samples per the batch packaging record and reconcile packaging components at end of run.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and complete cleaning and production floor logs.
• Coordinate with Team Leaders, Engineers and Supervisors to maximise equipment and team efficiency.
• Report deviations to the immediate supervisor and participate in corrective actions.
• Assist packaging manager with various technical tasks and projects as required.

Skills

Fluent in English

Follow clear goals

Multitasking

Problem solving

Self-motivated

Shift flexibility

Job description

Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients.

We are PCI.

Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure safe work practices are being followed at all times, report any near misses
• immediately to the EHS Department.
• Ensure that all product produced conforms to the approved specification.
• Visual inspections are carried out at required frequencies.
• In-Process quality checks are completed and documented accurately.
• QC samples are collected as per the batch packaging record.
• Ensure consistent adherence to operating, quality and machine cleaning and safety procedures in production.
• Deviations are reported to the immediate supervisor.
• Achieve the desired level of competency as per the relevant training plan.
• Ensure that quantities of good and rejects are accurately recorded and assist with the reconciliation of the packaging components at the end of the packaging run.
• Ensure excellence in Housekeeping and that cleaning logbooks, LUMAC logs and other production-floor logs are completed and kept up to date.
• Working in a co-ordinated and timely fashion and prioritising their activity to maximise the efficiency of equipment and team members at all times.
• Work positively with all Team Leaders, Engineers and Production Supervisor, Packaging Manager / Business Unit Manager at all times.
• Ensure safe work practices are being followed at all times and report any defects immediately to the Safety Officer / Packaging Manager/ Business Unit Manager.
• Carry out various other additional tasks that may be required from time to time in accordance with the overall goal of the company.
• Assist in all technical aspects and projects as and when required by the Packaging Manager.
• Carry out various other additional tasks that may be required from time to time in accordance with the overall goal of the company

Essential:

• Fluent in English
• Capability to follow clear goals, communicate these clearly and ensure progress to completion meeting predefined targets.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and set priorities
• Problem Solving and Troubleshooting skills. The successful candidate should display a dynamic and proactive approach to manage problems.
• Self-motivated with a results driven approach.
• Flexibility to work across different shifts on request in line with business needs.

Desirable:

• Experience in a GMP or Regulated Environment.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing, including experience in Lean tools to develop continuous improvements.

Join us and be part of building the bridge between life changing therapies and patients.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:

PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company’s purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity – at every level. We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.