Machine Operator

GlaxoSmithKline; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 112,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharma company in Jeddah is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator to manage production machinery and ensure safe, efficient manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate should have a secondary school diploma, with 1-3 years of relevant experience, and knowledge of health and safety practices. This position offers development opportunities and requires full-time onsite commitment, with occasional shift work. Join us and be part of impactful healthcare innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is a plus.
• Experience with equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, or changeovers is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery following standard operating procedures.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and cleaning.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Comply with site safety procedures.
• Assist with changeovers and materials handling.

Skills

Hands-on experience operating packaging machinery

Ability to follow written procedures

Basic understanding of health, safety, and hygiene practices

Physical ability to stand, walk, and lift moderately

Proficiency in Arabic and English

Education

Secondary school diploma or equivalent

Technical diploma or vocational certificate in relevant fields

Job description

Position Summary

At GSK, we unite science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together. We are looking for a dedicated Machine Operator to join our team and play a vital role in operating and maintaining production machinery to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient manufacturing processes. This on-site position offers opportunities for professional development and meaningful contributions to healthcare innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery safely and efficiently per standard operating procedures.
• Perform routine checks, maintenance, and cleaning to keep equipment in optimal condition.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records in real time.
• Comply with permit-to-work, lockout-tagout, and all site safety procedures.
• Promptly report equipment faults, quality deviations, or safety concerns and support investigations.
• Assist with changeovers, handovers, and materials handling to meet production plans.

Why You?

We are looking for professionals with the following skills and qualifications:

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 to 3 years of hands‑on experience operating packaging machinery.
• Ability to follow written procedures and maintain accurate records.
• Basic understanding of health, safety, and hygiene practices.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, and lift moderately during work hours.
• Willingness to work full‑time on‑site and participate in shift patterns.

Basic Qualifications

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 to 3 years of hands‑on experience operating packaging machinery.
• Ability to follow written procedures and maintain accurate records.
• Basic understanding of health, safety, and hygiene practices.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, and lift moderately during work hours.
• Willingness to work full‑time on‑site and participate inn

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Technical diploma or vocational certificate in mechanical, electrical, or production‑related fields.
  • Prior experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environments.
  • Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and basic quality systems.
  • Basic computer skills and experience with manufacturing systems or digital logs.
  • Experience with equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, or changeovers.
  • Proficiency in Arabic and English for effective communication.

  Work Arrangement

  This position is based on‑site in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and may require shift work, including nights. The role involves working in a controlled, clean manufacturing environment with strict adherence to safety and hygiene practices.

  GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.

  Why GSK?

  Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

  GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.

  People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

  Contact information

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