Technical Machine Operator at GlaxoSmithKline (GSK)

Role Purpose

In this position, you will be responsible for the operation of assigned Stickpack machinery including set up, monitoring, troubleshooting and performance of preventative maintenance. You will inspect parts to ensure they meet specifications and will make adjustments and tooling changes as necessary to maintain quality inspections. You will perform the above in accordance with established operating procedures and guidelines, reading and interpreting SOP’s and diagrams in order to select, position and secure machinery, adjusting setting to complete tasks accurately according to specifications in a timely fashion.

Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Manufacturing products in accordance with the Production Schedule
• Obtaining materials and components
• Operating complex, high-speed equipment
• Carrying out complicated changeovers and equipment set-ups
• Applying problem-solving to diagnose and correct equipment problems
• Ensuring parts are maintained in good condition and stored appropriately
• Quality/GMP/Compliance
• Conducts all manufacturing activities in accordance with GMP and SOP’s
• Performing in-process checks and making adjustments to equipment accordingly, and recording on appropriate, accurate documentation
• Cleaning the facility and equipment as per relevant SOP’s
• Engineering
• Ensuring machinery and equipment are maintained to achieve optimal performance
• Conducting preventative maintenance work, validation, changeovers etc. are all completed as per standards and in a timely manner
• Ensuring detailed root cause analysis investigations are conducted to properly maintain the machinery
• Supports and participates in continuous improvement initiatives, both in manufacturing process and in Engineering
   

About You

The ideal candidate for this position will be technically skilled, but also have highly-developed problem-solving skills and demonstrated trouble shooting ability. You will be logical, able to work under pressure and to strict deadlines, delivering results consistently despite a variety of potential challenges and blockers. You will be highly motivated, managing your own workload effectively and spotting, and capitalising on, opportunities to make improvements and changes to the process which will benefit the business.

CLOSING DATE for applications: Friday 25th June (COB)

Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert.
When applying for this role, please use the ‘cover letter’ of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application.

Required Qualifications And Experience

• Grade 12 or equivalent technical qualifications
• Experience as a technical trades apprentice
• N3 – N6 Technical Qualification
• Strong technical background and mechanical knowledge
• Experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
   

Additional Skills

• Qualified Fitter & Turner (Trade Tested)