Production Operative - Level 3 Newry, Northern Ireland
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.
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 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
controlled environment.
Understand and follow the company’s Health & Safety policies.
Comply with all aspects of the Quality System, adhering to the principles of Good
Manufacturing Practice ensuring products are manufactured within the defined parameters
of the Quality Management System.
Operation of all processing equipment in accordance with current Standard Operating
Procedures
Maximise output and efficiency while looking for opportunities to drive improvements.
Provide timely, detailed and accurate reports on the status of operations, alerting the
supervisor of any issues which may impact on finished product quantities and availabilities.
Check and carry out calculations in relation to quantity of active and other materials.
Ensure products are produced according to the appropriate Production Control Record in
order to obtain the required quality.
Understand requirements for operating in and cleaning – ensuring cleaning of equipment
and facilities are carried out and recorded in accordance with the relevant procedures.
Completion of all documentation associated with the manufacture of a product in
compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practice(Production control records, log
books, 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:
6 months manufacturing experience using regulated work instructions for quality purposes.
Knowledge and understanding of basic level English and Math Skills. This will be tested
internally via Assessment
Excellent attention to detail.
Confident with the ability to use own initiative and manage own workload.
Ability to communicate within a team and cross functionally
Experience of completing paperwork to a high standard.
Flexibility to work shift patterns.
Desirable Criteria:
Experience of working in pharmaceutical or food industry
Previous experience of working in a GMP environment
Duration: Full time, Permanent
Location: Newry, Co. Down
Remuneration: Salary Attractive
Benefits: Free Life Assurance, Company Pension Scheme, 30 days annual leave, Wedding Leave,
Employee well-being initiatives, Healthcare plan, Company Sick Pay, Employee Assistance
Programme, On-site free parking, Canteen Facilities, Employee Perks scheme, Discounted Car
Insurance, Annual Employee raffle, employee recognition scheme, career development
opportunities and much more…
Contact: The Human Resources Department
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.
