Manufacturing Operator

Packaging Operator – Level 3 (Project Focus)Location: Hatfield Department: Production Operations Employment Type: PermanentRole SummaryAre you an experienced Manufacturing Operator with a passion for quality, safety, and continuous improvement? We are seeking a skilled professional to join our Production Operations team, supporting high-speed packaging activities and project-driven initiatives within a modern pharmaceutical environment.About the RoleIn this role, you will operate and optimise designated packaging equipment and systems to deliver high-quality products in line with strict manufacturing standards and production schedules. You will play a key part in maintaining efficient operations, supporting new equipment installations, and driving continuous improvement across the packaging function.You will work closely with internal stakeholders—including Production, Quality, Engineering, Planning, and Technical teams—to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of all packaging activities.Key ResponsibilitiesSet up, operate, and troubleshoot high-speed packaging equipment, ensuring functionality, calibration, and compliance.Complete all required batch documentation, in-process tests, quality checks, yield calculations, and SAP transactions with accuracy.Minimise downtime through efficient line management, prioritisation, and effective handovers.Act as the accountable person on the line and during overtime, as required.Support installation, qualification, and validation activities for new equipment and tooling.Train colleagues on equipment, procedures, systems, and best practices.Maintain excellent standards of health, safety, and GMP compliance; actively promote safety improvements.Dismantle, clean, and reassemble equipment to a high standard, ensuring readiness and reliability.Skills & ExperienceEssential:Hands-on experience in manufacturing or production environments.GMP or Good Manufacturing ExperienceKey CompetenciesStrong growth mindset with commitment to self-development.Positive, proactive approach to teamwork and problem solving.Effective communication skills—both written and verbal.High attention to detail with excellent documentation skills.Strong leadership qualities and interpersonal ability.Sound decision-making and analytical skills.Resilience and accountability in a fast-moving environment.Why Join Us?You will be part of a collaborative production team, working with modern technologies in a highly regulated environment where quality, safety, and improvement are central. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to expand their technical skills, contribute to meaningful operations, and grow within a supportive organisation.If you would like to discuss this vacancy further or to discuss your career options in confidence, please contact Femi Olubodun via telephone on +44 (0) 2039288387 or email on: folubodun@planet-pharma.co.ukIf this role isn’t suitable for you, please let us know if you can refer anyone – any recommendations are much appreciated Planet Pharma offers a competitive referral scheme so you will be rewarded for your helpAbout Planet PharmaPlanet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency that provides global staffing services with its head-quarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London. We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30+ countries with a current network of 2500+ active contractors globally as well as a very strong permanent / direct hire recruitment offering.Our specialist knowledge and close relationships with our clients and the wider industry really makes us unique in our field. Just recently we were recognized by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, and have won multiple awards from industry accredited bodies for our commitment to excellence and service delivery. We have extensive functional expertise including: Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions experts, Clinical development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs / Writing.We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency.We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.