Job Description

ASE-S1-05
Manufacturing Technician
Location: Cambridge
Department: Manufacturing
Reports to: Shift Manager
Job Purpose
Responsible for the Manufacturing of the pharmaceutical products within designated suites, accountable for the processes within an assigned manufacturing area, working closely with cross functional teams at Mundipharma. Ensuring that production KPIs are delivered whilst meeting the highest standards of cGMP and Health & Safety.
Key Responsibilities
Personnel

• To support the Cell Leads in ensuring that the Manufacturing targets are achieved within their respective area and working as a team to cover breaks and operational activities.
• Ensure that tasks for the oncoming shift are completed and prepared, so they are starting from a good position. E.g. parts ready for change overs, materials are readily available, 5S and workplace management is in good order.
• Take part in root cause analysis / problem solving as part of their development and to develop their process knowledge / understanding.
• Closely working alongside Engineering team and Quality team as required to overcome and resolve atypical events.

Performance

• Understand & support KPI delivery, including but not limited to, Changeover time targets, run speed performance and downtime or performance losses.
• Being involved in Continuous Improvement initiatives and projects as required such as waste reduction and yield improvements.
• A champion of small Kaizen projects and actively involved in Autonomous Maintenance program.
• Supporting any validation activities including completion of Validation Protocols and sampling requirements.
• Ownership for working environment, delivering work place management processes (5S delivery, GMP of area, stock levels).
• Managing own workload and able to resolve issues. Supporting the Co-Ordinator and Shift Manager through inputting of operational data (Downtime reporting, maximo submission).

Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)

• Good knowledge of the pre-requisite quality requirements and documentation. Able to raise DCRs for Batch Record & procedure updates to maintain operational & regulatory compliance.
• To understand and comply to the security responsibilities of the operation.
• To ensure machinery is maintained in a safe, clean and tidy condition.
• Work areas to be maintained to a good standard at all times including embedding workplace management.

Other
Carrying out any other reasonable task as requested to help ensure that the production operations maintain supporting demand and achieve improvements in performance, quality and safety within Mundipharma.
Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a GMP / regulated manufacturing environment / Food or pharma industry
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to compliance
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work shifts (if applicable)
• Basic mechanical understanding and comfort working with production machinery
• Should be comfortable lifting heavy weight if required

Why Join Mundipharma?

• Opportunity to contribute to life?changing medicines
• Strong focus on safety, training, and career development
• Inclusive and collaborative working culture
• Competitive salary

Equal Opportunity Employer
Mundipharma is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
Additional :
Primary Location: GB Cambridge
Job Posting Date: 2026-01-27
Job Type: Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term)

Skills Required