National AI Awards 2025Discover AI's trailblazers! Join us to celebrate innovation and nominate industry leaders.

Nominate & Attend

Packing Operator

Swindon
1 month ago
Applications closed

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Filling Operator

Filling Operator

Filling Operator

Filling Operator

Packing Operative

Picking & Packing Operative

Job Title: Temporary Packing Operator - Pharmaceutical Company (June and August 2025)

Location: Swindon

Department: Production

Job Type: Temporary (June & August only)

Shift Pattern: Rotating (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM & 2:45 PM - 10:45 PM)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Pay Rate: £13.28 per hour + 22% Shift Allowance (£16.20 per hour)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Packing Operators to join our pharmaceutical production team. The successful candidate will work in clean rooms with pharmaceutical products and liquids, assisting in the loading and unloading of vials onto machinery. This role requires adherence to strict hygiene and safety standards, as well as the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, regulated environment. The position is temporary and will run for the months of June and August (not including July).

Key Responsibilities:

Operate machinery to load and unload vials in a clean room environment.
Monitor and inspect the packing process to ensure product quality and compliance with safety regulations.
Handle and prepare liquid and solid pharmaceutical products for packaging.
Ensure proper documentation and labelling of packed products according to company protocols.
Follow all safety and cleanliness protocols, including wearing and changing into the required work uniform before starting the shift.
Maintain a clean and organised work space within the clean room, following all standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Assist with troubleshooting minor machine issues and report any technical problems to the supervisor.
Building and loading boxes.
Collaborate with team members to ensure production targets and timelines are met.

Gowning & Aseptic Environment Requirements:

During gowning into the Aseptic area, the operator is required to remove personal clothes and walk to an intermediate area wearing only underwear. (Separate changing rooms are available for employees.)
Strictly adhere to all gowning procedures, including wearing the provided protective work attire before entering the Aseptic environment.
While in the Aseptic environment, watches, jewellery, fake tan, any nail varnishes, makeup, food, drink, or personal mobile phones are STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
Smoking, chewing, or spitting is not permitted in the Aseptic environment.

Qualifications & Skills:

Ability to work in clean room conditions and adhere to strict hygiene protocols.
Basic understanding of pharmaceutical products and packaging processes is preferred.
Ability to follow detailed instructions and work under minimal supervision.
Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance.
Flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to wear protective work attire as required by clean room standards.
Standing for extended periods of time during shifts.

Work Schedule:

This position requires a rotating shift pattern of 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM and 2:45 PM - 10:45 PM.
37.5 hours per week, with the opportunity for overtime as needed.
Temporary position for the months of June and August (not including July).

Compensation & Benefits:

Pay rate: £13.28 per hour, with a 22% shift allowance, bringing the total to £16.20 per hour.
37.5 hours per week, with shift allowances applied for eligible shifts.
Temporary role with the possibility of extension based on company needs.Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website

National AI Awards 2025

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

Return-to-Work Pathways: Relaunch Your Biotechnology Career with Returnships, Flexible & Hybrid Roles

Returning to work after a career break can feel like stepping into a new frontier—especially in a fast-evolving sector such as biotechnology. Whether you’ve paused your professional journey for parenting, caring responsibilities or another life chapter, the UK’s biotech industry now offers a variety of return-to-work pathways designed to help you transition back smoothly. From formal returnships and part-time contracts to hybrid and fully flexible roles, these programmes acknowledge the value of your transferable skills and life experience. In this guide tailored for parents and carers, you’ll discover how to: Grasp the current demand for biotech talent in the UK Translate your organisational, communication and resilience skills into the laboratory and beyond Tackle common re-entry challenges with practical solutions Refresh your scientific and technical knowledge through targeted learning Access returnship and re-entry programmes specifically in biotech Find roles that fit around family commitments—be they flexible, hybrid or full-time Balance work with caring duties Navigate applications, interviews and networking in the biotech world Learn from inspiring returner success stories Get quick answers in our FAQ section Whether you’re keen to step back into a research lab, quality control, regulatory affairs or bioinformatics team, this article will map out the steps and resources you need to reignite your biotechnology career.

LinkedIn Profile Checklist for Biotechnology Jobs: 10 Tweaks to Skyrocket Recruiter Attention

In the ever-evolving biotechnology industry, showcasing both scientific expertise and collaborative skills on LinkedIn is vital. Recruiters search for candidates skilled in molecular biology, bioinformatics, process development and regulatory affairs—even before roles go live. With dozens of qualified applicants for each position, you need a profile that not only ranks highly in searches but also resonates with biotech hiring teams. This step-by-step LinkedIn for biotechnology jobs checklist presents 10 practical tweaks designed to skyrocket recruiter attention. Whether you’re a recent MSc graduate​, an R&D scientist pivoting into industry, or a seasoned biotech leader targeting your next breakthrough role, these targeted optimisations will highlight your technical prowess and professional narrative.

Part-Time Study Routes That Lead to Biotechnology Jobs: Evening Courses, Bootcamps & Online Masters

Biotechnology sits at the cutting edge of science, driving advances in healthcare, agriculture, environmental sustainability and industrial processes. From developing novel therapeutics and precision medicines to engineering microbes for biofuels, biotech professionals are in high demand across the UK’s thriving life sciences hub. However, many aspiring biotechnologists cannot afford to pause their careers or personal commitments to pursue full-time study. Fortunately, an expanding ecosystem of part-time learning—from evening courses and immersive bootcamps to fully online master’s degrees—makes it possible to learn biotech while working. This comprehensive guide walks you through flexible pathways to acquire the skills, qualifications and industry connections that lead to roles in R&D, quality assurance, regulation and more. We’ll cover course formats, leading UK providers, funding options and practical strategies to balance study with professional and personal life.