MANUAL Wallingford, England, United Kingdom
Lead Pharmacy Technician
We are looking to hire an experienced and proactive Compounding Managing Lead Technician to oversee and coordinate non-sterile compounding operations under Section 10. You will have full ownership of daily production leadership, technical service liaison, and team training, and will report to the Head of Compounding Services.
This is an ideal role for someone who wants to challenge themselves in a regulated, fast‑paced environment and manage end‑to‑end compounding workflows to deliver safe, high‑quality unlicensed medicines. If you like problem‑solving, mentoring others, and implementing GMP improvements, this role is for you!
What You’ll Be Doing
* Leading daily non‑sterile compounding activities, ensuring accuracy, GMP compliance, and adherence to Section 10
* Supervising the preparation, labelling, and packaging of solid oral and liquid dosage forms (e.g. capsules, topical solutions)
* Conducting staff training, supervision, and ongoing competency assessments for technicians and support staff
* Maintaining and enforcing SOPs, batch records, cleaning protocols, and cleanroom documentation
* Coordinating Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) for cleanroom and production equipment, working closely with engineers and technical service providers
* Supporting quality assurance processes including deviation reporting, CAPA implementation, validation, and internal audits
* Organising team huddles, writing meeting minutes, and working toward key performance indicators (KPIs)
Experience
* GPhC‑registered Pharmacy Technician
* Proven track record in leading compounding operations in a GMP‑regulated setting
* Experience preparing unlicensed medicines in a cleanroom or specials manufacturing environment
* Hands‑on involvement in equipment maintenance, calibration, and environmental monitoring
* Familiarity with QA, QMS, and regulatory requirements
Skills & Abilities
* Strong leadership, communication, and team coordination skills
* Skilled in workflow planning, production scheduling, and stock control
* Excellent attention to detail and documentation practices
* Competent in working cross‑functionally with QA, engineering, and procurement??
What We Offer
* Salary range of £47,000 to £55,000 depending on experience
* Private medical insurance
* Gym & wellness benefit with Wellhub
* Cycle to work scheme
* Electric car scheme
* 25 days holiday plus generous parental leave and flexible working policies
* Annual company retreat
* A fun and friendly working environment with sharp and motivated co‑workers
* Join in the early stages of one of the most promising scale‑ups in the healthcare space
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