General Operator
Location: Swindon
Pay Rate: £13.86 + 22% shift allowance
Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday Early: 07:00 – 15:00 Late: 15:00 – 22:45

Responsibilities
• Complete all activities to optimally acquire and maintain a Bronze License Badge – Production areas (Grade C/D) access. Maintain the Bronze License through successful requalification every 2 years.
• Adhere to correct gowning and cleaning of non-aseptic and aseptic filling lines area.
• Preparing cleaning bucket as per SOP and perform cleaning regime as per the SOPs
• Assist with the materials handling procedures to help transfer materials into the classified area
• Ensure that stocks required for operation of the production area are maintained and in expiry date.
• Cleaning and maintenance of area/equipment to SOPs, cGMP and pharmaceutical industry regulatory standards.
• Perform operation of airlocks, upon training assist with Part Washer and Autoclave loading
• Perform duties associated with line end run off, packaging, labelling and in process weight checks.
• To ensure any instances of non-conformance are communicated to the area leader, Manager or Quality Assurance representatives to ensure that they are investigated and rectified.
• Once fully bronze qualified, conduct environmental monitoring in Grade C / D classified areas in accordance with procedures.
• Complete all documentation in adherence with Data Integrity principles and training.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications
•Math’s GCSE and English (Grade C or Above) or evidence of basic Numeracy to understand arithmetic and being able to read complex work instructions and interpret them in day-to-day role
•Experience of working in a regulated industry e.g. Pharmaceuticals, Food, Automotive, Make-Up & Engineering

Desirable
•Previous experience of manufacturing environment

Soft Skills
• Attention to detail
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions and production schedules
• Able to stay focused and concentrate despite repetitive tasks
• Methodical approach
• Has a quality approach with the patient first
• Dexterity
• Physically fit (able to lift 15kg and stand for sustained period of time with reasonable adjustments)

Top Skills

1. Good Manufacturing Practice knowledge is required
2. Attention to detail, English on work proficiency level required
3. Pharma experience would be a benefit