Technical Production Operator - Automated Manufacturing

The company

Our client is a leading international organisation involved in the manufacturing, packaging, storage, and distribution of medicines worldwide. The organisation operates in a highly regulated environment, with a strong focus on safety, quality, compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Role Description

As a Technical Production Operator - Automated Manufacturing, you will be responsible for operating, monitoring, and optimising automated production systems in a GMP-regulated environment. You will combine technical expertise with operational discipline to maintain equipment performance, ensure product quality, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor automated production equipment and manufacturing lines.

• Perform equipment set-ups, changeovers, line cleaning, and line clearances in accordance with established procedures.

• Troubleshoot process disturbances and take appropriate action to restore production performance.

• Maintain production equipment and perform minor mechanical adjustments where required.

• Document and verify production data accurately using SAP and/or MES systems.

• Support deviation management and participate in production and quality triage activities.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and structured problem-solving methodologies.

• Ensure production processes are performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with GMP and quality requirements.

• Adjust mechanical and process parameters to optimise equipment and production performance.

• Perform root cause analysis using methodologies such as RCA and 5WHY.

Requirement

• MBO or equivalent technical education.

• Proven experience in an automated production environment, preferably within assembly, labelling, packaging, or similar manufacturing operations.

• Strong technical, mechanical, and analytical skills.

• Experience with structured troubleshooting and root cause analysis methodologies, such as RCA and 5WHY.

• Experience working in a highly regulated manufacturing environment; GMP experience is preferred.

• Familiarity with SAP and/or MES systems.

• Strong sense of ownership with a structured and quality-driven approach to work.

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

• Willingness and flexibility to work in 3-shift and 5-shift operations.

Other information

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