Job Description
* Job Title – Process Operator
* Location –Edinburgh
* Contract Length – 12 months
* Pay Rate- 26.67 p/h
* Working Hours: 4 on 4 off (2 day, 2 night) (Every 10 weeks, 18-day break)
Key Responsibilities
* To perform chemical reactions according to batch sheet and process instructions as requested.
* To recognise key reaction criteria and notify a Supervisor or Shift Manager of any unusual signs.
* To record process changes and notify a Supervisor or Shift Manager where appropriate.
* To operate equipment and conduct all plant operation and activities according to good manufacturing practice (cGMP), complying with current SOP's and appropriate health and safety precautions and Controlled Drug regulations.
* To carry out material handling duties as necessary for the operation of the Production plant.
* To operate mechanical and electro-mechanical material handling equipment as required.
* To weigh and check weigh materials and containers and record the weight as appropriate.
* To dispense liquids to and from drum stocks and bulk supplies and to record the quantities dispensed.
* To perform and record cleaning procedures for vessels and plant as appropriate in accordance with cGMP. To carry out material handling duties as necessary for the operation of the Production plant.
* To clean drums, tanks and other containers for disposal or reuse.
* To wear appropriate protective clothing for personal protection and protection of the product from contamination.
* To exercise an appropriate degree of care in the handling of hazardous materials.
* To record and maintain full and accurate process records as required.
* To ensure that waste materials, or waste streams for analysis or otherwise are appropriately handled and labelled.
* To carry out in process sampling and in process testing as required.
* To assist with the operation of plant and equipment in the introduction of new products and the development of existing processes.
* To carry out on plant/process training of operating staff where directed by supervisory staff.
* Participate in Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing activities on site.
* To conduct any other reasonable tasks as required by Supervisor Staff.
* To carry out any other duties which are within the employee’s skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed.