Packing Operative

Dechra Group; Skipton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A global veterinary pharmaceutical specialist is seeking a Packing Operative in Skipton. This full-time role involves packing products to high GMP standards and ensuring compliance with operational procedures. Candidates will handle machinery, maintain cleanliness, and support a safe working environment. Additional benefits include 22.5 days annual leave, pensions contributions, and more. Ideal for individuals with manufacturing experience and strong adherence to safety and quality protocols.

Benefits

22.5 days annual leave

8% Employer Pension Contribution

Training and development opportunities

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in low to medium-manufacturing environments.
• Capable of training others in the team.
• Familiarity with GMP standards and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Pack products to GMP standards.
• Ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and operational excellence.

Skills

Time management

Adherence to instructions

Ability to work in a team

Knowledge of Health & Safety

Job description

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Job Introduction

Packing Operative
Full-time hours, Monday to Friday (with every second Friday off)
Early Shift 0530-1400
Site-based, Skipton

Thanks for checking out our vacancy, we're delighted you want to learn more about Dechra.

About usDechra are a growing, global specialist within the world of veterinary pharmaceuticals. Our expertise is in the development, manufacture, marketing and sales of 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, (Dedication, Enjoyment, Courage, Honesty, Relationships and Ambition are at the heart of our everyday operations and the way we do business.

The RoleWe’ll look to you 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, supporting the line lead in delivering excellence and meeting the schedule of adherence. Ensure all activities are undertaken in accordance with the set Health and Safety guidelines.

So, what will you be doing?

This role has a broad and varied remit, and the successful candidate will have responsibility for duties including:

• Packing products to a high standard, ensuring the quality of those products is 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 safety or GMP failure that could affect staff, product quality, or operational efficiency.
• To identify any issues and attempt to resolve them, and escalate if they 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.

Here at Dechra, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive employer, and we embrace candidates from all walks of life. We're particularly keen to hear from those who have/are:

• Deciding & Initiating Action
• Following Instructions & Procedures
• Adhering to Principles & Values
• Working well with People
• Delivering & Meeting Expectations
• Persuading & Influencing
• Experience in low to medium-manufacturing
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively
• Good knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety

Benefits/Package

• Average 36-hour working week (with a day off every other Friday!!)
• Plenty of training and development opportunities
• 22.5 days annual leave + Bank holidays
• Option to buy a week's holiday each year
• 8% Employer Pension Contribution
• Free access to the Headspace App
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free on-site parking

Due to the nature of our business, all successful candidates will be required to complete a basic DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service check) before employment can commence, and at regular intervals during employment. This check will be paid for by Dechra.

All applications received are reviewed by our internal talent acquisition team, and we will get in touch if your skills and experience match what we're looking for. Should you not hear back from us within 28 days, please don't be too disappointed - we may keep your CV on our database for any future vacancies which may be suitable, and we encourage you to keep an eye on our careers site. For any questions or queries, please contact us at [e-mail].