Operator
This role will work on a weekly shift pattern consisting of Permanent Nightshift 1800 - 0600 Sunday, 2100 - 0600 Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday (35 hours per week)
Broad Purpose of Job
Running a line or work area, responsible for correct completion of all relevant paperwork, collection and removal of pallets, preparation materials, basic problem solving
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Working under limited supervision to package the entire range of Bard’s Commercial pharmaceutical products, following GMP standards and procedures
- Assist in basic set up of filling lines when required
- To participate in all 5s, GEMBA and process improvement activities
- Removal of pallets/Transfer of Materials
- Preparation of materials
- Basic problem solving
Performance
- To be flexible in the operating of all lines within the department when required, often covering multiple different work areas in a single shift
- To be aware of daily targets and to perform online tasks accordingly. Always acting in a manner that guarantees maximum OEE whilst maintaining quality standards
- To work in a safe manner with due regard to one's own safety and that of others. At all times abide with the companies' health and safety policies and procedures
- To fill and pack the company product range into a variety of containers either manually or by using a full range of automated and semi-automated packaging equipment
- To inspect tablets, capsules and other pharmaceutical products for defects
- To complete all documentation promptly and accurately to meet the requirements of documentary evidence for the manufacture of pharmaceutical products (GMP) and to carry out in-process checks and batch reconciliations
- To maintain housekeeping standards during all packaging procedures
- Complete effective line/batch cleaning and clearance including the completion of required documentation.
- To calibrate associated equipment as per written procedures and to record results
- To carry out other reasonable duties as requested by the department line management
- To undertake specific projects as and when required within the scope of the job holder’s capabilities and responsibilities
- Delivering and supporting training as required and appropriate to level
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
- Advanced knowledge of the pre-requisite quality requirements and documentation.
- To understand and comply to the security responsibilities of the operation.
- To ensure work areas and machinery is always maintained in a clean and tidy condition.
Any Other
To carry out any other reasonable task as requested to ensure that the production operation is maintained.
To carry out any other reasonable task as requested to help achieve improvements in performance, quality, and safety.
Core Competencies
- Action Orientated: Hard working; is task focused with the ability to overcome things seen as challenging; ‘Out of the box’ thinker; seizes opportunities to be successful.
- Quality focused: Good understanding of the In-process testing requirements and pre-requisite quality requirements to maintain regulatory and business compliance, builds relationships with QA and QC functions.
- Time Management: Ability to use time effectively and efficiently; values time; ability to prioritise own and if required others time effectively and support team members with tasks as required. Supports the ability to run through breaks. Supports timekeeping regarding start and finish times of shifts and breaks.
- Results driven: Focused on targets and achieving results; high performing against objectives; bottom-line oriented; Leads by example; Effective communicator and prepared to challenge the status quo.
Behaviours
- General: Positive attitude to work and an understanding of the need to change and improve.
- Advanced: Motivate others and drive performance through sharing knowledge, supporting training and support the Controllers in their roles.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 4 GCSE's of grade C or above in Maths & English.
- Clear and legible handwriting.
- A good standard of personal hygiene.
- Good practical aptitude with good hand and eye coordination along with good dexterity skills.
- A high level of attention to detail.
- Demonstrate a sound knowledge of GMP principles
