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Covingham, Swindon, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Onsite
Work Schedule
OtherEnvironmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Working at heightsJob Description
Working shift pattern: 24/7 – 2 shifts on, 2 days off, 3 shifts on, 2 days off, 2 shifts on, 3 days off, etc.. Shifts will rotate between Day shift, 6.45am to 7pm, and Night shifts 6.45pm to 7am.
When you’re part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do challenging work and be part of a team that values performance, quality, and innovation. As part of a successful, growing global organization, you will be encouraged to perform at your best.
We are currently hiring 4 Lead Technical Operators to join our growing team on 24/7 Shift Pattern. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role and be one of key hires supporting production excellence in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.
As a Lead Technical Operator (Lead Formulation Technician), you will provide daily operational support to the Process Coordinator. You will play a key role across manufacturing, filling, inspection, and packing operations, ensuring all activities are performed in line with SOPs, BMRs, and cGMP standards.
Set up and operate bulk formulation, filling, inspection, and packing lines for sterile and non-sterile products
Complete batch documentation accurately, perform in-process checks, and ensure compliance with SOPs and quality standards
Perform equipment checks and cleaning activities, including CIP and SIP, and report any issues
Support project validation, new product introduction, SAP transactions, and GMP change controls
Monitor team performance, track downtime, and ensure accurate batch record completion
Provide leadership support and step in for the Production Coordinator when required
Ensure all manufacturing, filling, inspection, and packing processes comply with GMP
Support deviation investigations and continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant working environment
Follow EH&S procedures, ensuring safe systems of work and reporting any incidents or near misses
High School Diploma, Secondary Education, Advanced Certificate, or equivalent
Experience within a pharmaceutical or regulated environment (MHRA/FDA)
Previous supervisory or mentorship/coaching experience or demonstrated ability to lead and develop others
Experience with Lean systems and continuous improvement (Green Belt desirable)
Aseptic block license (where required)
Knowledge of cleanroom operations and aseptic manufacturing
Strong English and Maths skills; scientific background (e.g., A-Levels) preferred
Understanding of HMI-driven pharmaceutical systems
Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills
Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. As one team of over 120,000+ colleagues, we share values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement.