Job description
In Norbrook we pride ourselves in being one of the top companies in Northern Ireland and
one of the top veterinary pharmaceutical companies globally. We develop & manufacture
veterinary medicines, supplying products to 120 countries globally. With a strong portfolio of
existing products and significant investment in R&D to launch new products annually, we
have opportunities for individuals to join us and develop their career in a global company.
Our business strategy is supported by our Values – Customer Value, One Team, Results
Driven, Excellence, Innovation, and Quality – and we support our employees to live the
behaviours that creates our culture. Our on-going success is based on the expertise,
knowledge and innovation of our employees. If you are interested in joining our team here at
Norbrook and supporting our vision, then apply for this role.
Production Operative Level 3
Job Overview
The successful candidate will join our established team involved in manufacturing veterinary
products whilst complying with all aspects of Quality, Environmental, Health and Safety
procedures. The position of Production Operative Level 3 includes carrying out all relevant
activities to Good Manufacturing Practice, using appropriate techniques and equipment and
following departmental written procedures in addition to the completion of necessary
documentation. As the role will incorporate a range of duties within a manufacturing area, the
successful candidate will require a high level of flexibility and be able to work on their own
initiative.
Main Activities/Tasks
- Manufacturing high quality products using approved processes within a manufacturing-
- Understand and follow the company’s Health & Safety policies.
- Comply with all aspects of the Quality System, adhering to the principles of Good
parameters of the Quality Management System.
- Operation of all processing equipment in accordance with current Standard Operating
- Maximise output and efficiency
- Alert the supervisor of any issues which may impact on finished product quantities and
Control Record in order to obtain the required quality.
- Ensure cleaning of equipment and facilities are carried out in accordance with the
- Completion of all documentation associated with the manufacture of a product in
logbooks, procedure proformas)
- Work towards the company mission, strategy and culture.
- Ensuring work areas are audit ready at all times.
- Communication of production issues to management.
- Personnel must be an effective and co-operative part of the team.
- Personnel must be conscious of and work towards achieving the set targets
Essential Criteria:
Applicants must therefore demonstrate the following essential criteria on their application
form in order to be considered:
- 6 months manufacturing experience using regulated work instructions for quality
- Knowledge and understanding of basic level English and Math Skills. This will be tested
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to communicate within a team and cross functionally
- Experience of completing paperwork to a high standard
- Flexibility to work shift patterns.
Desirable Criteria:
Due to the nature of the role preference will be given to applicants demonstrating the
following desirable criteria:
- Experience of working in pharmaceutical or food industry
- Previous experience of working in a GMP environment
Duration: Full time, permanent
Location: Newry
Additional Information:
- Applicants should be able to provide proof that they have a right to work in the UK at the
considered.
- We regret that applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted.
Benefits:
• Free Life Assurance • On-site free parking
• Company Pension Scheme • Canteen Facilities
• Healthcare cash plan • Employee Perks scheme
• 31 days annual leave • Discounted Car Insurance
• Wedding Leave • Annual Employee raffle
• Company Sick Pay • Employee Recognition scheme
• Employee well-being initiatives • Career development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
Contact: [email protected]
Norbrook Laboratories Limited employs a workforce with members of all sections of
the community and is committed to appointing people purely on the basis of merit. In
accordance with our equal opportunities policy, we would particularly like to welcome
applicants from the Protestant Community.