Manufacturing Technician

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Hourly Rate: Equivalent to £35,000 – £45,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Shifts: Flexibility required, may include 24/7 shift pattern
Benefits:

• Company pension scheme
  
  
• Ongoing training and development
  
  
• Excellent clean-room working environment
  
  
• Opportunities to grow within a global industry
  
  The Company
  
  A pioneering organisation operating at the forefront of pharmaceutical and bioprocess manufacturing. This innovative and well-established company is known for its commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and investment in people. With a strong culture of learning and compliance, it provides a structured and supportive environment where employees can develop their careers in a clean, safe, and highly regulated setting.
  
  Job Description
  
  As a Manufacturing Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the production environment by supporting process improvements, maintaining standards, and assisting with equipment and workflow planning.
  
  The Manufacturing Technician will work closely with the industrial engineering team to help implement efficient production processes, monitor quality, maintain safety compliance, and support manufacturing equipment operations. This is a hands-on role based on the factory floor, with responsibilities spanning routine batch production, basic troubleshooting, reporting, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
  
  Skills & Experience
  
  To succeed as a Manufacturing Technician, you should have:
  
  
• A diploma or degree in Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences or Bio-processing-related fields
  
  
• 0–2 years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or chemical manufacturing (graduates welcome)
  
  
• Understanding of cGMP principles and experience in clean-room operations preferred
  
  
• Good knowledge of plant and unit operations (e.g., autoclave, parts washers, process equipment)
  
  
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  
  
• Ability to perform routine maintenance checks, follow strict safety standards, and keep accurate records
  
  
• Comfortable working in a highly regulated, process-driven environment
  
  
• Familiarity with systems such as Emerson DeltaV, LIMS, and TrackWise is desirable
  
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to complete LMS-based training
  
  
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to understand and apply physical and biological principles
  
  Why Should You Apply?
  
  
• A great opportunity to join a forward-thinking company with a strong reputation in the sector
  
  
• Gain experience as a Manufacturing Technician within a clean and compliant pharmaceutical facility
  
  
• Competitive pay and attractive benefits
  
  
• Work in a structured, supportive environment with clear career progression
  
  
• Ideal for those with a scientific or technical background looking to build a long-term career in manufacturing