Process Operator - #2089043

• Job title: Process Operator
• Location: Edinburgh
• Contract Length: 12 months
• Working Hours: 4 on 4 off (2 day, 2 night) (Every 10 weeks, 18-day break)
• Pay Rate: £26.67 p/h

Job overview

To operate pharmaceutical plant to manufacture bulk pharmaceuticals, intermediates and other chemical products in accordance with current good manufacturing practice (cGMP) and Health and safety practices

Key Responsibilities

• To perform chemical reactions according to batch sheet and process instructions as requested.
• To recognise key reaction criteria and notify a Supervisor or Shift Manager of any unusual signs.
• To record process changes and notify a Supervisor or Shift Manager where appropriate.
• To operate equipment and conduct all plant operation and activities according to good manufacturing practice (cGMP), complying with current SOP's and appropriate health and safety precautions and Controlled Drug regulations.
• To carry out material handling duties as necessary for the operation of the Production plant.
• To operate mechanical and electro-mechanical material handling equipment as required.
• To weigh and check weigh materials and containers and record the weight as appropriate.
• To dispense liquids to and from drum stocks and bulk supplies and to record the quantities dispensed.
• To perform and record cleaning procedures for vessels and plant as appropriate in accordance with cGMP. To carry out material handling duties as necessary for the operation of the Production plant.
• To clean drums, tanks and other containers for disposal or reuse.
• To wear appropriate protective clothing for personal protection and protection of the product from contamination.
• To exercise an appropriate degree of care in the handling of hazardous materials.
• To record and maintain full and accurate process records as required.
• To ensure that waste materials, or waste streams for analysis or otherwise are appropriately handled and labelled.
• To carry out in process sampling and in process testing as required.
• To assist with the operation of plant and equipment in the introduction of new products and the development of existing processes.
• To carry out on plant/process training of operating staff where directed by supervisory staff.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing activities on site.
• To conduct any other reasonable tasks as required by Supervisor Staff.
• To carry out any other duties which are within the employee’s skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed.

Qualifications/ knowledge/experience

• A Diploma in Process Technology is desirable.
• Experience in a fine chemical or related processing industry would be desirable, but not
• essential, as training will be given.
• Experience of working within a cGMP environment preferred.
• Ability to prioritise workload.
• Team player but able to work alone as required.
• Ability to follow instruction through written procedures.
• Safety Awareness