Role at a glance
- Job function
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Manufacturing & Skilled Trades Manufacturing & Production
- Salary
- Not Disclosed
- Location
- Swindon, United Kingdom
- Work arrangement
- On-site
- Employment
- Full-time
- Experience
- Senior Level Experience in a pharmaceutical or regulated environment (MHRA and FDA regulations).
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Role Summary
Senior formulation technician role on an 18-month fixed-term contract, operating bulking and/or aseptic filling lines and supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing under GMP on rotating 24/7 day and night shifts.
What You'll Do
- Set up and operate bulking and/or aseptic filling lines in accordance with SOPs
- Manufacture pharmaceuticals following SOPs and Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs)
- Monitor equipment status and report any faults or issues to Supervision
- Clean and maintain clean rooms and equipment to regulatory standards
- Perform Clean In Place (CIP) and Steam In Place (SIP) activities
- Support project validation work and new product introduction
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View full postingQualifications
Experience in a pharmaceutical or regulated environment; cleanroom and aseptic manufacturing knowledge is desirable.
Required
- Experience in a pharmaceutical or regulated environment (MHRA and FDA regulations)
- Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
- Work rotating 24/7 shift patterns (day and night shifts)
Preferred
- Experience in clean room working
- Knowledge of aseptic manufacturing and filling
- Experience in spray drying systems, bulk GMP powder manufacturing, and powder filling
Original job description
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Work Schedule
OtherEnvironmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materialsJob Description
Working shift pattern: 24/7 – 2 shifts on, 2 days off, 3 shifts on, 2 days off, 2 shifts on, 3 days off, etc.. Shifts will rotate between Day shift, 6.45am to 7pm, and Night shifts 6.45pm to 7am.
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (18 months)
When you’re part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do challenging work, and be part of a team that values performance, quality and innovation. As part of a successful, growing global organization you will be encouraged to perform at your best. With revenues of $20 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.
Responsibilities:
- Set up and operate bulking and or aseptic filling lines in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Complete all activities to acquire and maintain as a minimum a Bronze license Badge – Production areas (Grade C/D) access. Maintain the Bronze license through successful requalification every 2 years.
- Manufacture pharmaceuticals following SOPs and Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs).
- Perform Manufacturing, Filling, and Packaging operational duties, ensuring compliance with cGMP.
- Set equipment to minimize downtime and product damage/waste, supporting start-ups, changeovers, and cleaning activities.
- Monitor equipment status and report any faults or issues to Supervision.
- Clean and maintain clean rooms/equipment to regulatory standards.
- Perform Clean In Place (CIP) and Steam In Place (SIP) activities.
- Operate airlocks, autoclaves, and automated equipment cleaning systems.
- Communicate instances of non-conformance for investigation and rectification.
- Support project validation work and new product introduction.
- Perform SAP transactions and use Quality systems for GMP changes and report writing.
- Conduct basic equipment maintenance as needed.
Requirements:
- Experience in a pharmaceutical or regulated environment (MHRA and FDA regulations).
- Experience in clean room working, with knowledge of aseptic manufacturing and filling desirable.
- Experience in spray drying systems, bulk GMP powder manufacturing, and powder filling.
About the company
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Large Enterprise
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, providing a wide range of analytical instruments, reagents, and software solutions for healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and life sciences research. With a commitment to innovation and quality, the company enables customers to make significant advancements in scientific discovery and healthcare diagnostics. Thermo Fisher operates in more than 50 countries and employs over 80,000 people, fostering a collaborative environment aimed at enhancing global health and safety. Through its broad portfolio of brands and technologies, the company plays a vital role in accelerating life-changing research and improving patient outcomes worldwide.