Lead Tech

Work Schedule

Flex 12 hr shift/days

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Working at heights

Job Description

Lead Operator Manufacturing

Days / Night 12 hour shift pattern

Location/Division Specific Information:

Part of the Drug Products Division, the Swindon facility specialises in taking sterile injectable, oral solid dose and softgel drug products from development to commercialisation.

How Will You Make an Impact?:

Within your role as a Lead Technical Operator (Lead Formulation Technician) you will provide daily operational support to the Process Coordinator. You will focus on manufacturing, filling, inspection, and packing pharmaceuticals (both sterile and non-sterile). You will follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs), ensuring compliance with cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices).

A Day in the Life:

• Set up and operate bulk formulation, filling, inspection, and packing lines, ensuring correct processes for both sterile and non-sterile products.
• Complete batch documentation accurately, perform in-process checks, and ensure compliance with SOPs to maintain high-quality standards.
• Perform equipment checks, cleaning (including CIP and SIP activities), and report any issues.
• Assist with project validation, new product introduction, SAP transactions, and work with quality systems for GMP changes.
• Monitor team progress, track downtime, ensure accurate batch records, and provide leadership in the absence of the Production Coordinator.
• Ensure all processes (manufacturing, filling, inspection, and packing) comply with GMP.
• Support deviations and investigations and carry out good manufacturing practices.
• Maintain a tidy and compliant environment.
• Follow emergency procedures and ensure safe work systems are adhered to.
• Report accidents, near misses, and breaches of safety protocols.

Education:

High School Diploma, Secondary Education, Advanced Certificate, or equivalent.

Experience:

• Experience in a pharmaceutical or regulated environment (MHRA and FDA regulations).
• Previous supervisory experience or ability to develop individuals.
• Lean systems and continuous improvement experience (Green Belt preferred).
• Aseptic block license (if required).

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Knowledge of clean room operations and aseptic manufacturing.
• Strong English and Maths skills; a scientific background is crucial (e.g., A-Levels).
• Understanding of pharmaceutical systems with HMI involvement.

What We Offer

Compensation

• Competitive Annual Pay Rate
• Performance Related Bonus*
• Annual merit performance-based increase*

Excellent Benefits

• Flexible Benefits plan.
• Life Assurance, funding towards health care benefits, income protection and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Career Advancement Opportunities

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