Pharmacy Production Operator

A Production Operator is required to carry out a range of duties as part of a busy team within the Pharmaceutical Production Unit.This caninclude the Aseptic, Sterile and Non-Sterile productionunits.All work is performed in a 'clean-room' environment, which requires changing into and working in specialised clothing and some confirmed areas.

The Pharmacy Production Operator will be required to undertake a minimum of 12months on the job training to develop the necessary skills, competence, and knowledge to fulfil the job requirements

Main duties of the job

Job Summary

• Undertakes the routine preparation of all 'products' produced at Stockport Pharmaceuticals under the terms of the Medicines Licence (specials).
• Carries out under supervision
  • Aseptic manufacturing
  • Sterile manufacturing
  • Non-sterile manufacturing
  • Repacking of solid dose product
  • Over labelling
  • Anaphylaxis drug pack preparation/replacement
• Develop technical skills to perform these duties carefully and accurately, with a requirement to concentrate
• To be personally responsible for strictly following all procedures and Guidance documents to ensure a quality product is produced to Good Manufacturing Practice (G.M.P.) standards.
• To wear the designated 'clean room' clothing correctly and work at a level that maintains the required environmental stands essential to the production.
• Develop a conscientious attitude in order to provide a co-ordinated and effective service.

About us

We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.

If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.

We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.

Benefits we offer to you:

• Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
• Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification to support your application for this post. Please refer to the essential criteria in the person specification which will highlight the skills, knowledge and experience you will need to demonstrate in your application, by way of example, to give yourself the best opportunity to be shortlisted.

You must have an interest in pharmaceutical manufacturing, good written and verbal communication skills and an ability to follow detailed instructions as there is a requirement to concentrate and work accurately.

Previous experience of working in a similar environment is desirable but not essential as comprehensive training will be provided. Experience of repetitive work, manual dexterity and using mechanical / electrical equipment is essential. Please be aware that this post involves no patient contact.

You must possess good communication skills, be, committed, and work well within a team. You must be flexible in approach to duties, prepared to work reasonable extended hours if needed and capable of physical effort in order to move heavy boxes and equipment.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.

Person Specification Qualifications

• Mathamatics or equivalent
• English or equivalent
• NVQ in Pharmacy
• Qualification in Science

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Standard Operating procedures
• Health and Safety / Coshh
• Knowledge of Production computer systems
• Knowledge of GMP

Experience

• Experience of working with Machinery
• Pharmacy/Dispensary Experience
• Food industry Experience
• Pharmaceutical Production Experience
• Worked in a laboratory
• Worn PPE

Job Specific

• Explain why they want to work in a production unit + show they have understanding of role
• Able to work using mechanical and electrical equipment
• Able to follow detailed instructions
• Able to prioritise and organise own workload

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.

PA to Head of Production / Office Manager