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Senior Operator Grade 2 - Nightshift - Laxido Operations


Company : Almac Group


Location : Craigavon, Northern Ireland


Created : 2025-12-16


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Description Location: Based at our state-of-the-art custom designed facilities in CraigavonHours: Permanent Continental Nightshift 19:00-07:00Salary: 31,775 basic +36% Shift PremiumBusiness Unit: Almac Pharma ServicesRef No.: HRJOB11174The RoleAlmac 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.Due to ongoing expansion, we now have opportunities to join our Laxido Operations night 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. Youll be required to complete production documentation to a high standard, and to verify the reconciliation of materials on completion of an operation. Youll 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 usCompetitive salary of 31,775 basic +36% Shift PremiumAnnual BonusPermanent contract with fixed working hours on our continental nightshift teamGenerous Holiday Allowance plus additional leave e.g moving house day, wedding leave, diversity day, paid medical appointmentsWestfield Healthcare SchemeCareer Progression OpportunitiesA rewarding role were the work you do contributes to the advancement of human healthKey RequirementsAll applicants must demonstrate eligibility to work in the UKGCSEs 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 qualificationsPrevious experience working in a production environment involving production teams, machinery, and quality control of productExperience working within teamsExperience leading teams/supervisory experience would be a strong advantageApply NowApply 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 DateClosing date for receipt of applications is 5th January 2026 at 5pm