About this role
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials
Job Description
Working Shift Pattern: Double Days Shift
When you’re part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do challenging work and be part of a team that values performance, quality, and innovation. As part of a successful, growing global organization, you will be encouraged to perform at your best.
We are currently hiring a Lead Technical Operator to join our growing team on Double Days Shift Pattern. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role and be one of key hires supporting production excellence in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.
How Will You Make an Impact?
As a Lead Technical Operator (Lead Formulation Technician) , you will provide daily operational support to the Process Coordinator. You will play a key role across manufacturing, filling, inspection, and packing operations, ensuring all activities are performed in line with SOPs, BMRs, and cGMP standards.
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A Day in the Life:
- Set up and operate bulk formulation, filling, inspection, and packing lines for sterile and non-sterile products
- Complete batch documentation accurately, perform in-process checks, and ensure compliance with SOPs and quality standards
- Perform equipment checks and cleaning activities, including CIP and SIP, and report any issues
- Support project validation, new product introduction, SAP transactions, and GMP change controls
- Monitor team performance, track downtime, and ensure accurate batch record completion
- Provide leadership support and step in for the Production Coordinator when required
- Ensure all manufacturing, filling, inspection, and packing processes comply with GMP
- Support deviation investigations and continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant working environment
- Follow EH&S procedures, ensuring safe systems of work and reporting any incidents or near misses
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Education:
- High School Diploma, Secondary Education, Advanced Certificate, or equivalent
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Experience:
- Experience within a pharmaceutical or regulated environment (MHRA/FDA)
- Previous supervisory or mentorship/coaching experience or demonstrated ability to lead and develop others
- Experience with Lean systems and continuous improvement (Green Belt desirable)
- Aseptic block license (where required)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of cleanroom operations and aseptic manufacturing
- Strong English and Maths skills; scientific background (e.g., A-Levels) preferred
- Understanding of HMI-driven pharmaceutical systems
- Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills
Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. As one team of over 120,000+ colleagues, we share values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement.