Process Technician

Ec2V6Dn, EC2V 6DN, United Kingdom
Today
Job Type
Contract
Work Pattern
Shift-work
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Posted
1 Jun 2026 (Today)

Your new company
You will be joining a well-established and expanding pharmaceutical manufacturer based in North Wales, operating within a highly regulated GMP environment. The site has recently undergone significant investment and continues to grow, supporting the production of complex drug substances within a collaborative and quality-driven setting.

Your new role
As a Pharmaceutical Process Technician, you will play a key role in supporting manufacturing operations across both upstream and downstream processes. This is a hands-on position within a cleanroom environment, working closely with production, quality, and engineering teams.
Key responsibilities will include:

  • Executing GMP manufacturing activities such as media preparation, component transfers, upstream/downstream processing, and equipment cleaning.
  • Accurately completing batch records and GMP documentation in real time, ensuring full compliance with regulatory standards
  • Operating process equipment in line with SOPs and validated procedures
  • Supporting validation and qualification activities, including protocol execution and data recording
  • Carrying out basic preventative maintenance and equipment checks to ensure operational efficiency
  • Participating in environmental monitoring, sampling, and facility checks
  • Contributing to deviation investigations, CAPAs, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Maintaining high standards of health & safety and GMP compliance at all times

This is a shift-based role, requiring flexibility across early and late patterns, with occasional weekend work.What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • A degree in a Life Sciences discipline (e.g. Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biology) or equivalent hands-on experience
  • Prior experience working in a GMP regulated environment, ideally within pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing
  • Exposure to cleanroom environments and controlled processes
  • A strong understanding of GMP principles, documentation, and compliance standards
  • High attention to detail with a methodical and process-driven approach
  • The ability to follow strict procedures and work effectively within a team-based manufacturing environment

Desirable:

  • Experience in bioprocessing (upstream/downstream)
  • Exposure to validation, qualification, or environmental monitoring activities

What you'll get in return

  • Opportunity to gain experience within a growing pharmaceutical manufacturing site
  • Exposure to regulated GMP processes and validation activities
  • A collaborative working environment with strong technical teams
  • Competitive contract offering with potential for extension beyond initial term
  • Valuable experience to support progression into manufacturing, validation, or quality roles

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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