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Technical Specialist

Almac Group Ltd
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
1 week ago
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Technical Specialist Location: Craigavon Hours: 37.5 Hours per week (core hours are between 10.00-16.00 Monday to Friday) hybrid working available Salary: Competitive plus excellent benefits package Business Unit: Almac Pharma Services Open To: Internal and External Applicants Ref No.: HRJOB10771 The Role Almac Pharma Services is an established and highly successful outsourcing partner working with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies around the world. Our highly skilled team specialise in the manufacture and packaging of commercial drug products and medicines and offer end-to-end management of product supply as well as a range of additional bespoke client services. The expert services we provide supports the provision of medicines and treatments to patients around the world. We currently have an opportunity to join our Manufacturing Support team in the role of Technical Specialist. The role of Technical Specialist will be responsible for providing efficient and effective support to cGMP manufacturing operations and associated processes. Key objectives of the role include, product Lifecycle Management, technical oversight of complex process related issues and to provide technical support in the design and execution of cleaning validation & ongoing cleaning performance verification Key Requirements Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in a related Scientific/Technical discipline or significant relevant experience working within the Manufacturing industry Experience within a support role in the Manufacturing industry. Experience in documentation generation A fantastic salary and benefits package is available, including annual bonus for all, generous holiday allowance, healthcare reimbursement scheme, and a rewarding role where the work you do will ultimately be contributing to the advancement of human health. Further information on the essential and desirable criteria required for this role can be found in the Job Description attached to this advert. Apply Now Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible. Closing Date We will no longer be accepting applications after Monday 14th of July 2025. RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE: Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CVs received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation. Skills: Administration experience Business Support Document Generation Benefits: Flexible Schedules Professional Development + Growth Professional Coaching Work/Life Balance Lunch & Learns Rewards for Years Of Service Group Healthcare Scheme

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