Filling & Packaging Operator (Shift A) – Fixed-Term Project Role

Location: Cambridge, Bard Manufacturing Site
Contract: Fixed-Term (Project-Linked)
Job Type: Full Time (Shift A)

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At Mundipharma, we are proud of the work we do to bring innovative treatments to patients. We challenge ourselves constantly to deliver more for patients, healthcare professionals, our partners, and our employees.

About the role

This is a fixed-term, project-linked role created solely to maintain continuity of routine supply on Bard's existing (legacy) Filling & Packaging lines while permanent operators are released to act as workplace trainers and trainees for the new expansion assets (Lines 24, 25, 26 and associated equipment).

The role exists only for the duration of the Filling & Packaging Expansion Training Workstream and will conclude when that workstream is complete. The post-holder supports the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of legacy packaging lines only, ensuring accurate packaging of Bard's commercial products to approved specifications, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements so that customer supply is protected during the transition period.

The post-holder will not be trained, assessed, qualified, deployed, or scheduled on any new expansion line or asset.

Your key responsibilities

Support Legacy Filling & Packaging Operations

• Assist in the set-up, start-up, and changeover of designated legacy Filling & Packaging lines, working to approved SOPs and accurately completing batch documentation to support daily production targets during the expansion transition period.

• Operate designated legacy packaging equipment safely and effectively while maintaining established operating standards.

• Uphold product quality standards throughout all packaging activities in line with approved specifications and regulatory requirements.

Drive Operational Performance

• Monitor equipment performance, identify abnormalities, and escalate issues promptly to minimise downtime and protect Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) on legacy lines.

• Support delivery of production schedules by maintaining operational efficiency and responding appropriately to equipment or process issues.

• Contribute to reliable customer supply through consistent performance on assigned legacy lines.

Maintain Continuous Improvement & Workplace Standards

• Maintain high housekeeping standards through the application of 5S and GEMBA principles.

• Participate in continuous improvement activities that enhance safety, quality, compliance, and operational effectiveness on legacy packaging lines.

• Promote good workplace practices that support productivity and operational excellence.

Collaborate Across Teams

• Communicate effectively during shift handovers to ensure continuity of operations across Shift A and wider manufacturing teams.

• Work collaboratively with cross-functional colleagues to ensure smooth, uninterrupted legacy-line operation while permanent operators are engaged in expansion training activities.

• Escalate production, quality, or equipment concerns appropriately to support timely resolution.

Ensure Compliance, Quality & Safety

• Follow all GMP requirements and maintain training compliance within the defined legacy-line scope.

• Comply fully with company policies and Health, Safety & Environmental (HS&E) standards.

• Complete production records and batch documentation accurately and in a timely manner.

• Ensure all packaging activities are performed in accordance with approved procedures, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

What you bring

Education

Minimum Required

• Minimum Mathematics and English GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).

Preferred

• Five GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above, including Mathematics and English.

Certifications or Designations

Minimum Required

• Machinery certification gained through OEM in-house training.

Preferred

• Formally recognised Packaging Qualification (e.g., NVQ).

• Packaging machinery certification gained through OEM in-house training.

Experience

Minimum Required

• Previous experience within a production environment or regulated industry.

• Demonstrable knowledge of GMP principles.

Preferred

• Experience working within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

• Experience operating modern, complex, high-speed packaging machinery.

Knowledge & Skills

• Good practical aptitude with strong documentation skills.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions accurately.

• Ability to calibrate associated equipment in accordance with written procedures and accurately record results.

• Good communication skills and commitment to quality, safety, and compliance.

Working Conditions

• Production manufacturing environment.

• Shift A working pattern.

• Exposure to automated packaging equipment and manufacturing operations in a regulated environment.

Fixed-Term Project Nature of the Role

This position is wholly and exclusively connected to the Filling & Packaging Expansion Training Workstream.

• The role is not a permanent operator position and is not part of the routine, ongoing Filling & Packaging operator establishment.

• The contract will terminate upon completion of the Expansion Training Workstream (indicatively up to 24 months). Completion of that workstream is the specific event or task upon which the fixed term will end.

• The post-holder will not be trained, assessed, qualified, deployed, or rostered on the new expansion lines or assets (Lines 24, 25, 26, or associated equipment).

• The role scope is confined exclusively to designated legacy Filling & Packaging lines during the transition period.

Why join us

• Opportunity to support a strategically important manufacturing expansion programme.

• Play a key role in maintaining uninterrupted customer supply during a significant operational transition.

• Work within a collaborative, GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

• Gain valuable experience supporting business-critical operations while contributing to quality, safety, and compliance objectives.

Diversity and inclusion

Building an inclusive environment where people can thrive, grow, and achieve their full potential is a priority. We believe this is not only the right thing to do, but also the smart thing to do. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and be treated with dignity and respect.

About Mundipharma

Mundipharma is a global healthcare company focusing on customers across Africa, Asia Pacific, Canada, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East.

Mundipharma is dedicated to bringing innovative treatments to patients in the areas of pain management, infectious disease, and other severe and debilitating disease areas. Our guiding principles, centred around Integrity and Patient-Centricity, are at the heart of everything we do.

For more information, visit www.mundipharma.com.

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