Description:
Berry Recruitment are NOW hiring for a committed and ambitious Trainee Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Operative to work for a company in Kidlington, Oxford.
Role: Trainee Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Operative
Salary: £28,000 Per Annum
Location: Kidlington, Oxfordshire
Hours: 08:30 – 17:30 (Monday – Friday)
Key Responsibilities of the Trainee Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Operative:
Training & Cleanroom Operations (First 6 Months)
During the first phase, you will gain a strong foundation in pharmaceutical manufacturing by learning the importance of hygiene, precision, and safety within a controlled environment.
1. Learn and maintain compliance with cleanroom and GMP procedures.
2. Carry out routine cleaning duties — sweeping, mopping, vacuuming floors, and disinfecting surfaces.
3. Ensure work areas are maintained to the highest cleanliness and safety standards.
4. Assist in equipment preparation and basic maintenance under supervision.
5. Record data accurately and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Manufacturing Training & Production (Ongoing Development)
After successfully completing your initial training, you will progress to the next stage — learning the full process of pharmaceutical production.
6. Receive comprehensive training in the manufacturing of pharmaceutical products, including tablets, liquids, gels, and powders.
7. Operate and monitor production equipment following GMP and safety guidelines.
8. Measure, mix, and prepare raw materials according to precise formulations.
9. Carry out in-process quality checks to ensure product consistency and compliance.
10. Collaborate with senior technicians and production leaders to meet production targets.
11. Maintain accurate production records and follow documentation standards.
About you:
12. A strong interest in science, production, or pharmaceuticals.
13. Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
14. Ability to follow procedures precisely and work safely in a controlled environment.
15. A proactive and positive attitude towards learning new skills.
16. GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Maths, and Science preferred.
No candidate will meet every single desired qualification we have listed. If your experience looks a little different but you think you can role; value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!"
For more information and to apply, contact the Oxford branch of Berry Recruitment – 01865 777733 or click 'Apply Now' to submit your application.
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.