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SalaryPacking Operative - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Full-time hours, Monday to Friday
Early shift, 05:30-14:00
Site-based, Skipton
Thanks for checking out our vacancy, we’re delighted you want to learn more about Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC.
Dechra are a growing, global specialist in the world of veterinary pharmaceuticals. Our expertise is in developing, manufacturing, marketing and selling high-quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide.
Here at Dechra, our values are embedded within our culture and thrive within our family of almost 2000 colleagues globally. From manufacturing to marketing, (D)edication, (E)njoyment, (C)ourage, (H)onesty, (R)elationships and (A)mbition are at the heart of our everyday operations and the way we do business
Main Responsibilities To take responsibility for the equipment used and ensure all aspects of use (production and cleaning) are carried out to a high standard, in line with associated documentation and GMP procedures. Pack products to the highest quality standard and comply with the set GMP guidelines and procedures.
Operate machinery and equipment whereby supporting the line lead in in delivering excellence and meeting the schedule of adherence. Ensure all activities undertaken are within the set Health and Safety guidelines.
- Pack products to a high standard, ensuring the quality of those products are in accordance with the set GMP standards and Standard Operating Procedures.
- Ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)
- Attend and comply with any planned in-house training or on-the-job training
- Capable and willing to train others in the team.
- To ensure the efficient and safe use of machinery and equipment.
- To keep strictly to packing methods as laid down in the documentation and raise any issues or errors to the Line Lead, Packing Specialists or shift Manager.
- To ensure all equipment is clean and maintained in good working order and where deficiencies are found, escalating to senior staff.
- Maintain the highest standards of Housekeeping, Cleanliness, and personal hygiene within the department.
- To notify the Line Lead, Packing Specialist or Shift Manager as a matter of urgency, if there has been any serious failure of safety or GMP which could affect staff or product quality or operational efficiency.
- To identify any issues and attempt to resolve these and escalating if it cannot be resolved.
- To support Operational Excellence incentives to drive and improve efficiency.
- Any other reasonable request made by a member of staff.
- Demonstrate all DECHRA values and encourage others to do the same.
Below is a list of the core competencies, skills and experience required for the role;
- Deciding & Initiating Action
- Following Instructions & Procedures
- Adhering to Principles & Values
- Working well with People
- Delivering & Meeting Expectations
- Persuading & Influencing
- Experience of low to medium-manufacturing
- Ability to manage time and workload effectively.
- Good knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety
Thanks for checking out our vacancy, we’re delighted you want to learn more about Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC.
Dechra are a growing, global specialist in the world of veterinary pharmaceuticals. Our expertise is in developing, manufacturing, marketing and selling high-quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide.
Here at Dechra, our values are embedded within our culture and thrive within our family of almost 2000 colleagues globally. From manufacturing to marketing, (D)edication, (E)njoyment, (C)ourage, (H)onesty, (R)elationships and (A)mbition are at the heart of our everyday operations and the way we do business
Package & BenefitsCompetitive salary and benefits including:
- 36 Hour Working Week + Every other Friday Off!
- 12 Month Fixed term contract
- Working hours 0530 - 1400
- 22.5 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Option to buy an extra week's holiday each year
- 8% Employer Pension Contribution
- Free access to Headspace App
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free On-site parking
