Filling & Packaging Expansion Transition Operator - B Shift

OMO-S1-05 Job Purpose

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 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, SOPs and GMP, so that customer supply is protected during the transition. The post-holder will not be trained, qualified, deployed or scheduled on any new expansion line or asset.

Key Responsibilities

• 1 - Assist in the set-up, start-up and changeover of designated legacy F&P lines, working to SOPs and accurately completing batch documentation to support daily production targets during the expansion transition period.
• 2 - Maintain operational performance by monitoring equipment, identifying abnormalities and escalating promptly to minimise downtime and protect OEE on legacy lines.
• 3 - Maintain high housekeeping standards (5S, GEMBA) and participate in continuous-improvement activity on the legacy lines.
• 4 - Communicate clearly across shift handovers and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth, uninterrupted legacy-line operation while permanent colleagues are engaged in expansion training.
• 5 - Follow all GMP requirements, keep training current for the legacy scope, and comply fully with company policy and all HS&E standards.
• 6 - Uphold product quality standards throughout all packaging activities in line with specifications and regulatory requirements.

Education

• Minimum required - Minimum Math's and English GCSEs of grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).
• Preferred - 5 GCSEs of grade C/4 or above including Math's & English.

Certifications or Designations

• Minimum required - Machinery certification gained via OEM in-house training
• Preferred - Potentially to be in possession of a formally recognised packaging qualification (NVQ). Packaging machinery certification gained via OEM (in-house training)

Experience

• Minimum required - Previous experience in a Production environment or regulated industry. Demonstrable knowledge of GMP principles
• Preferred - Experience of working within a Pharmaceutical environment. Operating modern, complex high-speed packaging machinery

Knowledge and Skills

• Good practical aptitude with good documentation skills.
• Shows good attention to detail Ability to work well with others Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions Ability to calibrate associated equipment as per written procedures and to record results.

Working Conditions

• Production environment
• Fixed-Term/ Project Nature This role is wholly and exclusively connected to the F&P Expansion Training Workstream. It is not a permanent operator role and is not part of the routine, ongoing F&P operator establishment. The contract will terminate on completion of the Expansion Training Workstream (indicatively up to 24 months). Completion of that workstream is the specific event/task on which the fixed term ends. The post-holder will not be trained, assessed, qualified or rostered on the new expansion lines/assets (L24, L25, L26 or related equipment); their scope is confined to designated legacy lines for the transition period.

Additional Job Description:

Primary Location: GB Cambridge

Job Posting Date: 2026-08-12

Job Type: Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term)

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