Manufacturing Operative

Manufacturing Operative

The closing date is 17 April 2026.

The post holder undertakes the coordination and prioritisation of workload to ensure efficient service delivery and the repackaging and over labelling of a variety of medicinal products, medical devices and other items. The work is carried out in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) designed to comply with the principles of current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP).

Main duties of the job

• Prioritises and schedules batch creation in the correct sequence, using computer systems to assess workload, deadlines and operational requirements.
• Undertakes the repackaging and over labelling of a wide range of pharmaceutical products in compliance with all local procedures and the principles of current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP).
• Reports any quality deviations identified during routine duties to the Section Head.
• Assists with the completion of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) arising from QIRs and QERs within agreed timeframes.
• Assists with remedial actions within the section following regulatory inspections by the MHRA and internal audits, ensuring completion within the specified timescales.
• Complies with Health & Safety and COSHH regulations within the section.
• Assists in maintaining manufacturing cleanrooms and related equipment to the required standards.
• Accurately completes all required documentation, including batch manufacturing records, cleaning logs, equipment logs, and environmental monitoring forms.
• Consistently meets set targets and contributes to the achievement of departmental objectives.

Job responsibilities

• Responsible for creating batches at the front end to maintain a consistent and efficient workflow within the department, using judgement to determine the appropriate timing and sequencing of tasks.
• Carries out the repackaging of bulk tablets, capsules and other medicines into ready to use patient or ward packs, including over labelling, repackaging and assembly of multi component packs and commercially available medicines (patient packs).
• Uses, disassembles, cleans, and reassembles tablet and capsule counting equipment.
• Works in a clean, organised and tidy manner.
• Prints labels and assembles batch documentation for products manufactured.
• Demonstrates the ability to meet agreed KPIs and maintain consistent performance.
• Provides a second check on components assembled by other members of staff.
• Assists with the training of new members of staff.
• Performs specialised cleaning of the production area, or other pharmacy areas, as required to cover sickness, leave, or absence of specialised cleaning operatives.
• Removes rubbish, pharmaceutical waste, clinical waste and other waste materials to designated disposal points within the hospital.
• Assists with stock control, incoming goods receipt, and data entry into the HPS computer system.
• Participates in the Performance Development Review process.

Qualifications / Training

• Grade 4 - 9 or equivalent to 3 GCSEs including English and Mathematics or equivalent.
• Health and Safety Training.
• Lifting and Handling Training.
• A Level NVQ or equivalent in a scientific field.

Knowledge, Experience & Expertise

• Computer literate and keyboard skills.
• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Experience in a hospital pharmacy department.
• Able to use MRP systems effectively to support workflow and stock management.

Communication and Relationships (Including Management Responsibilities)

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Neat and tidy appearance.
• Able to understand and follow written procedures.
• Pays attention to details.
• Flexible and reliable.
• Self motivation.
• Ability to lift loads according to Lifting and Handling Policy.
• Ability to work on feet or sitting for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring precision and coordination.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.