Senior Manufacturing Technician

Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Production Operator / Senior Manufacturing Technician to join a growing manufacturing operation in Surrey.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manufacturing professional from a food manufacturing, brewing, fermentation, beverage, dairy, biotechnology or other process manufacturing environment who is ready to take on greater responsibility within a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing setting.

Pharmaceutical experience is not required.

The Role

As a Senior Production Operator / Senior Manufacturing Technician, you will play a key role in supporting day-to-day manufacturing operations.

Alongside hands-on production duties, you will provide technical support to the wider team, help maintain production standards and support less experienced operators.

Key Responsibilities

Operating and monitoring manufacturing and process equipment

Supporting fermentation, media preparation and manufacturing processes

Preparing, assembling, operating and cleaning process equipment

Following manufacturing procedures, SOPs and work instructions

Completing production documentation and records accurately

Monitoring processes and identifying potential issues

Supporting equipment troubleshooting and process investigations

Maintaining high standards of hygiene, housekeeping and contamination control

Supporting production schedules and achieving manufacturing targets

Identifying and contributing to process improvements

Providing technical guidance and support to Production Operators

Supporting the training and development of less experienced team members

Coordinating day-to-day production activities when required

Escalating quality, safety and operational issues appropriately

Promoting a strong culture of quality, safety and teamwork

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

Minimum 3 years' experience within a manufacturing or production environment

Strong experience in process or manufacturing operations

Background in food manufacturing, brewing, fermentation, beverage, dairy, biotechnology or similar industries

Good understanding of manufacturing processes and process control

Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation skills

Excellent health and safety awareness

Ability to troubleshoot and resolve operational xjnqpsq issues

Experience mentoring, supporting or training other operators

Good communication and organisational skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

A reliable, hands-on and proactive approach

Flexibility to work evenings, nights and weekends

What We Offer

Up to £20 per hour, depending on experience

Initial 3-month fixed-term contract

Potential for extension or permanent opportunities

Opportunity to gain experience within a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment

Opportunity to develop your technical and leadership skills

Support and training provided

If you're an experienced manufacturing professional looking for a role with more responsibility and the opportunity to develop your career, we'd like to hear from you

Ad ID: 5419116351