Job summary
A Production Technician is required to carry out a range of duties as part of a busy team within the Pharmaceutical Production Unit. This can include the Aseptic, Sterile and Non-Sterile production units. All work is performed in a 'clean-room' environment, which requires changing into and working in specialised clothing and some confirmed areas.
Stockport Pharmaceuticals production unit supplies pharmaceutical 'specials' to hospitals throughout the National Health Service and to community pharmacies.
The Pharmacy Production Technician role is a graded as a agenda for change Band 4 position.
For those appointed at Band 3, the progression will be dependent on the demonstration of Band 4 criteria detailed in the Person Specification and completion of the training requirements.
Main duties of the job
- Involved with the day to day running of the production unit in accordance with the directions of the Production Manager and in line with Good Manufacturing Practice (G.M.P.).
- To be trained to carry out a comprehensive range of range of activities in the production unit under the guidance, supervision of senior colleagues.
- Work both accurately and effectively, and develop a conscientious attitude in order to provide an effective service which meets all Quality Assurance criteria.
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
Our mission is to make a difference every day. Our values are that we care, we respect, and we listen
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
The salary for the role is only one part of the excellent package of benefits we offer to you:
- Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- NHS pension scheme membership
- Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
- NHS Staff discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
- Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification to support your application for this post. Please refer to the essential criteria in the person specification which will highlight the skills, knowledge and experience you will need to demonstrate in your application, by way of example, to give yourself the best opportunity to be shortlisted.
** Candidates MUST explain, in the additional information section on the application form, why they want to work in a pharmacy production unit. The candidate must demonstrate evidence that they have clearly read and understood the job description, and apply their skills to those identified on the person specification. This will then be used to score in the sections identified below.
You must have an interest in pharmaceutical manufacturing, good written and verbal communication skills and an ability to follow detailed instructions as there is a requirement to concentrate and work accurately.
Please be aware that this post involves no patient contact.
You must possess good communication skills, be, committed, and work well within a team. You must be flexible in approach to duties, prepared to work reasonable extended hours if needed and capable of physical effort in order to move heavy boxes and equipment.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
Important Notice on Visa Sponsorship Eligibility
Please note that whilst the trust does offer sponsorship this role isunfortunately not eligible for visa sponsorshipunder the UK Health and Care Worker visa route. This is due to the position not meeting theminimum salary threshold of £25,000 per annumand/or the requiredskill levelset by UK Visas and Immigration.
We appreciate your interest in this opportunity and encourage applications from candidates who already have theright to work in the UK.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification to support your application for this post. Please refer to the essential criteria in the person specification which will highlight the skills, knowledge and experience you will need to demonstrate in your application, by way of example, to give yourself the best opportunity to be shortlisted.
** Candidates MUST explain, in the additional information section on the application form, why they want to work in a pharmacy production unit. The candidate must demonstrate evidence that they have clearly read and understood the job description, and apply their skills to those identified on the person specification. This will then be used to score in the sections identified below.
You must have an interest in pharmaceutical manufacturing, good written and verbal communication skills and an ability to follow detailed instructions as there is a requirement to concentrate and work accurately.
Please be aware that this post involves no patient contact.
You must possess good communication skills, be, committed, and work well within a team. You must be flexible in approach to duties, prepared to work reasonable extended hours if needed and capable of physical effort in order to move heavy boxes and equipment.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
Important Notice on Visa Sponsorship Eligibility
Please note that whilst the trust does offer sponsorship this role isunfortunately not eligible for visa sponsorshipunder the UK Health and Care Worker visa route. This is due to the position not meeting theminimum salary threshold of £25,000 per annumand/or the requiredskill levelset by UK Visas and Immigration.
We appreciate your interest in this opportunity and encourage applications from candidates who already have theright to work in the UK.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of work procedures at NVQ Level 3
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice & Quality Assurance Knowledge
- Knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of manufacturing Pharmaceutical Products / Extemporaneous Dispensing
Desirable
- Experience of working within GMP Guidelines
- Experience of work in a clean room environment
Education
Essential
- BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences
- NVQ in Pharmacy Services
- Equivalent qualification
- Equivalent relevant experience
Desirable
- Hygiene qualification
- Registration with the GPhC
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Flexible approach to duties
Desirable
- Previously worn cleanroom clothing
- Previously worn PPE
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Accuracy, Able to follow detailed instructions
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Conscientious and demonstrates an enthusiastic and motivated approach to working in a pharmacy environment
- Ability to correctly handle hazardous substances
- Teamwork
Desirable
- Able to accurately complete routine and non-routine documentation
- Able to prioritise and organise own workload, and demonstrate good time management
- Able to cope with the demands of a busy service
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of work procedures at NVQ Level 3
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice & Quality Assurance Knowledge
- Knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of manufacturing Pharmaceutical Products / Extemporaneous Dispensing
Desirable
- Experience of working within GMP Guidelines
- Experience of work in a clean room environment
Education
Essential
- BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences
- NVQ in Pharmacy Services
- Equivalent qualification
- Equivalent relevant experience
Desirable
- Hygiene qualification
- Registration with the GPhC
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Flexible approach to duties
Desirable
- Previously worn cleanroom clothing
- Previously worn PPE
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Accuracy, Able to follow detailed instructions
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Conscientious and demonstrates an enthusiastic and motivated approach to working in a pharmacy environment
- Ability to correctly handle hazardous substances
- Teamwork
Desirable
- Able to accurately complete routine and non-routine documentation
- Able to prioritise and organise own workload, and demonstrate good time management
- Able to cope with the demands of a busy service
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
