Job Description

Who We Are:
Almac Group is a global leader in advancing human health. We provide a range of expert services across the drug development lifecycle to pharmaceutical and biotech companies, supporting them in finding treatments for patients.
Description:
Senior Operator Grade 2 - Continental Dayshift - Laxido Operations
Location: Based at our state-of-the-art custom designed facilities in Craigavon
Hours: Permanent Continental Dayshift 07:00-19:00
Salary: 30,686 basic +20% Shift Premium
Business Unit: Almac Pharma Services
Ref No.: HRJOB10756
The Role
Almac Pharma Services manufacture medicines in tablet, capsule and powder form, and pack commercial drug products into bottles, blisters and sachets and provide specialised packaging solutions for medical kits, vials and syringes. The expert services we provide supports the provision of medicines and treatments to patients around the world.
We're pleased to offer an opportunity to join our Laxido Operations day shift team on a permanent basis in the role of Senior Operator Grade 2. In this role you will be responsible for controlling the process operation within your designated production room, ensuring the quality of the product complies with cGMP. On a daily basis you will check material, set up production equipment, complete set-up checks, and operate production equipment in accordance with work instructions and SOPs. You'll be required to complete production documentation to a high standard, and to verify the reconciliation of materials on completion of an operation. You'll effectively oversee staff (operators) within your designated operations, and support the Production Supervisor to ensure the efficient and on-schedule completion of each operation.
This is an exciting opportunity to excel in a hands-on role ensuring the successful and efficient production and packaging of pharmaceutical drug product. For those with previous experience gained within a regulated environment (e.g manufacturing, packaging, engineering, food & drinks) this is an ideal opportunity to progress your career within our rapidly growing organisation, where you will benefit from the numerous personal and professional development opportunities available throughout the Almac Group.
Why join us

• Competitive salary of 30,686 basic +20% Shift Premium
• Annual Bonus
• Permanent contract with fixed working hours on our continental day shift team
• Generous Holiday Allowance plus additional leave e.g moving house day, wedding leave, diversity day, paid medical appointments
• Westfield Healthcare Scheme
• Career Progression Opportunities
• A rewarding role were the work you do contributes to the advancement of human health

Key Requirements

• All applicants must demonstrate eligibility to work in the UK
• GCSEs at Grade C or above in English and Maths (or equivalent level qualifications) OR previous relevant experience in pharmaceutical industry may be accepted in lieu of qualifications
• Previous experience working in a production environment involving production teams, machinery, and quality control of product
• Experience working within teams
• Experience leading teams/supervisory experience would be a strong advantage

Apply Now
Apply online - please ensure your CV clearly outlines how you meet criteria for this role - refer to the job description attached to this advert for full details of the essential and desirable criteria required. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible.
Closing Date
Closing date for receipt of applications is 4th July 2025 at 5pm.
Skills and attributes:

• Packaging
• Teamwork
• Quality Control
• Production environment