Location: Based at our state-of-the-art custom designed facilities in Craigavon
Hours: Continental Dayshifts (07.00 – 19.00) relevant shift premium will apply
The Role
With a wealth of knowledge and experience, Almac Pharma Services have been manufacturing medicines in tablet, capsule and powder form for over 50 years. We also pack commercial drug products into bottles, blisters and sachets and provide specialised packaging solutions for medical kits, vials and syringes. The expert services we provide supports the provision of medicines and treatments to patients around the world.
We are pleased to offer an opportunity for an experienced
Senior Operator to join our highly skilled Continental Dayshift team.
As a
Senior Operator (Grade 3)you will conduct and coordinate operational tasks on the floor, and support process improvement and staff development. You will lead operations, ensure correct processes and procedures are complied with, and effectively oversee staff within designated operations. This key roles offers an opportunity to progress your career within our established Laxido Operations facility.
You will ensure batches are completed correctly, on time, and within budget. You will be visible on the floor monitoring production activities, including planning ahead for raw materials availability, components, checking equipment availability, and monitoring pack rates. Tasks will include Resource Management, Training and Developing Operators, completing and checking Batch Documentation, and driving Process Improvement initiatives. You will use your expertise to ensure process optimisation and downtime reduction, and will manage all set-up checks during the operation and any additional line clearance and cleaning verification checks to assist Supervisory staff.
Key Requirements:
- GCSE at Grade C or above in English, Maths and Science
- NQF Level 3 Qualification (e.g A level, NVQ/BTEC Level 3, or equivalent) OR significant previous experience working within the Pharmaceutical industry
- Experience leading teams in a production environment involving production teams, machinery, and quality control of product.
Further details on essential and desirable criteria can be found on the job description and person specification attached to the online posting.
Additional Information
During periods of additional work requests this role will require additional coverage beyond normal working hours. It is a condition of your employment that you are able to fulfil this requirement of the role.
Apply Now
Apply online - please ensure your CV clearly outlines how you meet criteria for this role – refer to the job description attached to this advert for full details of the essential and desirable criteria required. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible.
Closing Date
Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 5th September 2024 at 5pm.