Senior Operator Grade 2 – Laxido Operations

1 day ago

Craigavon, United Kingdom Almac Group Full time

Senior Operator Grade 2 – Laxido Operations

Location: Based at our state-of-the-art custom designed facilities in Craigavon

Hours: Continental Dayshift 07:00-19:00

Salary: £15.47 per hour+ 20% Shift Premium

Business Unit: Almac Pharma Services

Ref No.: HRJOB11147

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 now have an exciting opportunity to join our Laxido Operations 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 pay rate of £15.47 per hour basic + Shift Premium 20%
  • Annual Bonus
  • Permanent contract with fixed working hours on our continental pattern
  • 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 or manufacturing 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 2nd December 2025 at 5pm.

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