Your new company
A global leader in pharmaceutical and biotechnology is looking for a Manufacturing Technician to join its specialist production team. An excellent opportunity to work within a highly regulated GMP environment, supporting the manufacture of innovative products used in research and diagnostics.
You'll be joining a highly skilled and collaborative team working within a specialist manufacturing environment, gaining exposure to production processes, advanced analytical techniques and industry-leading quality standards. Whether you're looking to build on your existing manufacturing experience or take the next step in your career, this role offers excellent training, long-term development and the chance to work with some of the latest technologies in biotechnology manufacturing.

Your new role
As a Manufacturing Operator, you will work as part of a manufacturing team within an ISO 7 cleanroom environment, supporting the manufacture and assembly of scientific products.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out multi-stage, semi-automated manufacturing and assembly activities
• Working with scientific reagents and materials in a controlled environment
• Following SOPs and completing accurate manufacturing documentation
• Operating manufacturing equipment and performing visual inspections
• Supporting QC sampling and, where required, QC testing
• Performing routine equipment checks and calibration activities
• Maintaining high standards of contamination control and cleanroom housekeeping
• Supporting environmental monitoring activities
• Supporting the training of new operators
• Liaising with Engineering regarding equipment issues and breakdowns
• Contributing to investigations and continuous improvement activities
• Following all relevant health, safety, PPE and hazardous-material procedures

What you'll need to succeed
We are interested in candidates from either a scientific or hands-on manufacturing background. This opportunity could also suit a science graduate who has strong practical laboratory experience and is looking to develop within regulated manufacturing.
Relevant backgrounds could include:

• Manufacturing or production within a controlled environment
• Pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device or scientific manufacturing
• Laboratory or cleanroom environments
• Biomedical Science, Biological Sciences, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences or a related scientific discipline
• Experience following SOPs and maintaining accurate records
• GMP, GDP or another regulated quality environment
• QC testing or inspection
• COSHH or hazardous-material awareness
• Equipment operation, set-up or calibration
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail

You will need to be comfortable working fully on-site within a cleanroom manufacturing environment and wearing the required PPE.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the 12-month contract. Unfortunately, sponsorship cannot be provided for this position.

What you'll get in return

• Hourly rate of up to £16.20 per hour + Shift Allowance/Overtime.
• Opportunity to join a globally recognised life sciences organisation.
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and specialist production processes.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Potential for long-term career progression within a growing organisation.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.