Job Description

Manufacturing Operator Night shift
Location: Basingstoke
Shifts: Monday to Friday, 22:00 - 06:00
Pay: 13.79 per hour plus 30% shift allowance
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Manufacturing Operator to join our dynamic night shift team in Basingstoke. This role is key to ensuring production processes are carried out efficiently, safely, and in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
You will work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where teamwork, communication, and precision are essential to meeting daily production and quality targets.
Key Responsibilities

• Follow Manufacturing SOPs and Work Instruction Documents accurately
• Complete production floor paperwork in line with Quality System requirements
• Record key production data (e.g., weight, time, packaging details)
• Start, stop, and monitor conveyor systems
• Assist with equipment validation activities
• Set up materials according to work orders and verify required quantities
• Inspect materials, products, and containers during production and packaging
• Fill, weigh, seal, label, and pack products as required
• Perform line clearance activities, including reconciliation and disposal of materials
• Clean and sanitise work areas and equipment
• Adhere strictly to ISO and cGMP Quality System regulations
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and product quality

What We're Looking For
Education:

• Secondary Education, Advanced Certificate, or equivalent

Experience:

• Previous experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment (through work or education)

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong documentation skills with a focus on GMP and quality compliance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to use manufacturing systems such as QAD and AGILE
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and diagram-based instructions
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-based environment
• Able to prioritise tasks and adapt to changing production demands
• Willing to wear required PPE (e.g., safety glasses; no makeup/jewellery policy)
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs unassisted (infrequently)
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform manual handling tasks

Top Skills for Success * Quality Focus - Strong understanding of GMP and good documentation practices

• Process Improvement Mindset - Proactively seeking better ways of working
• Methodical & Target-Driven - Diligent in meeting production targets and communicating progress or issues

Skills Required