Production Technician

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Production Technician – Paracox Secondary Production

Location: Milton Keynes | Employment type: Full-time | Department: Manufacturing

Join a team that safeguards product quality at every step. We’re looking for a meticulous, proactive Production Technician to help us deliver Paracox products with precision and care. If you thrive in GMP environments and enjoy hands-on work with cutting-edge equipment, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll do

• Blend and fill products accurately and on time, maintaining exceptional attention to detail
• Work across GMP graded environments (Grades B, C, D) and operate Grade A Restricted Access Barrier Systems
• Perform chemical sterilisation of antigens
• Clean, sterilize, and operate vessels; set up and run blending equipment and filling machines
• Prepare equipment for autoclaving; carry out routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting
• Keep precise records and documentation (including SAP tasks) in real time
• Maintain high housekeeping standards in production areas
• Support deviation investigations and periodic SOP reviews
• Own simple GMP changes and CAPA-related tasks
• Contribute to departmental scheduling and daily planning meetings
• Provide on-the-job training demonstrations for new operators
• Conduct environmental monitoring and use the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

What success looks like

• Consistently complete batch paperwork for filled product, packing, and dispatch accurately at the point of use
• Collaborate effectively with your team while remaining confident working independently when needed
• Uphold GMP, SOPs, and safety standards without compromise

About you

• Experience in GMP manufacturing or sterile production environments (biopharma, vaccines, or related fields preferred)
• Comfortable working in graded cleanrooms and with barrier systems
• Skilled in equipment setup, cleaning, sterilization, and documentation
• Familiarity with SAP and LIMS is a plus
• Strong problem-solving mindset, reliable, and detail-focused
• Clear communicator with a collaborative approach

Why join us

• Be part of a mission-driven team producing products that make a real-world impact
• Structured training and support from experienced colleagues
• Opportunities to grow your skills in a regulated, high-performance environment

Closing date for applications: 05/12/2025

Required Skills: Accountability, Analytical Thinking, Cleanroom Gowning, Computer Literacy, GMP Operations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Operations Management, Problem Resolution, Production Support, SAP PP (Production Planning), Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Management

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Job Posting End Date: 12/6/2025

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