General Operative

Company
Randstad Construction & Property
Location
Swindon
Salary
TBC

Full Job Description

General Operative

Location: Swindon SN3 Shifts: Mon-Fri | Early (07:00-15:00) or Late (14:45-22:45) Pay Rate: £13.28 per hour

Are you looking to build a career with a global leader in science and innovation? We are seeking dedicated General Operatives to join a world-class manufacturing team. This is an opportunity to work in a high-tech, regulated environment where your work directly impacts global health.

The Role

As a General Operative, you will be an essential part of the production cycle. You will work within "Classified Areas" (Cleanrooms), ensuring that life-changing products are manufactured to the highest safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Cleanroom Excellence: Maintain "Bronze License" status for access to Grade C/D production areas.
  • Hygiene & Compliance: Adhere to strict gowning procedures and perform specialised cleaning of aseptic filling lines.
  • Material Handling: Assist in the transfer of materials into classified zones and manage stock levels to ensure zero expiry issues.
  • Technical Support: Operate airlocks, assist with part washers, and manage autoclave loading (following training).
  • Quality Control: Perform packaging, labelling, and in-process weight checks while maintaining meticulous data records.
  • Monitoring: Once qualified, conduct environmental monitoring to ensure the facility meets pharmaceutical standards.

What We Are Looking For

We need methodical individuals who take pride in "getting it right the first time."

Minimum Requirements:

  • Education: GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent numeracy/literacy skills.
  • Industry Experience: Experience in a regulated environment is essential (e.g., Pharmaceuticals, Food, Automotive, Engineering, or Cosmetics).
  • Physical Fitness: Ability to stand for sustained periods and lift up to 15kg (with reasonable adjustments).

Desirable Qualities:

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
  • High attention to detail and the ability to stay focused on repetitive, high-stakes tasks.
  • A "Patient First" mindset-understanding that quality saves lives.

Why Join Us?

You will be part of a culture that empowers development and provides the resources of a multi-billion dollar industry leader. This isn't just a job; it's a chance to gain specialised skills in cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practice) and pharmaceutical operations.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step? Contact Danielle today for an immediate discussion: Phone:

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Location
Swindon
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
TBC
Industry
Life Sciences
Closing Date
20th February 2026
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