Job Description

Manufacturing Operator / Scientist
Location: Alnwick
PCD290005

Skills and Experience
We’re looking for someone who is proactive, detail-oriented, and ready to grow. Ideally, you will have:
• A BSc (Hons) or equivalent in a relevant scientific subject, and / or at least 1 year of experience working within pharmaceutical manufacturing teams.
• Experience with, or an understanding of, aseptic manufacturing is a bonus.
• Good written and oral communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• A diligent, detail-oriented approach to work.
• Flexible and adaptable, including a willingness to work outside normal hours if required.
• A self-starter who takes ownership and sees tasks through to completion.

Role Overview
The organisation is a drug development and manufacturing accelerator providing integrated programs and tailored services across the entire development pathway. Cutting through silos across a range of drug development capabilities, we help biotech and pharma customers save precious time and money in getting drugs to patients.
We employ more than 1,100 talented individuals globally, located at state-of-the-art development, manufacturing and clinical facilities in the UK and USA. Science, Agility and Culture are the core components that define the organisation, enabling us to do what we do in the way that we do it.
People join the organisation because we are a respected member of the drug development community that’s focused on innovation and are driven by an unswerving belief that ideas need to become solutions, and molecules need to become cures, fast. Because humanity needs solutions, fast.
Our Drug Product Manufacturing team in Alnwick plays a vital role in producing small-scale batches of oral and intravenous products for global clinical trials.
We’re looking for a Manufacturing Operator / Scientist who is passionate about science, thrives in a GMP-regulated environment, and wants to contribute to life-changing research.

Key Responsibilities
As a Manufacturing Operator / Scientist, you will be part of a dedicated team delivering aseptic and non-sterile manufacturing projects. This role is primarily based within a clean room environment and involves:
• Manufacturing, packaging, and labelling a variety of dosage forms—including oral and intravenous—for use in clinical trials.
• Dispensing APIs, excipients, drug products, IMPs, and packaging materials for clinical use, while maintaining GMP stock levels as required.
• Preparing and completing documentation related to the manufacture and supply of clinical products, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Recording all work in line with regulatory requirements, internal procedures, and client specifications where applicable.
• Supporting the cleaning, maintenance, and upkeep of the GMP manufacturing facility, utilities, and equipment.
• Assisting with process development studies and the manufacture of non-clinical batches to support formulation development or GMP transfer.
• Managing GMP material inventory, including ordering, goods receipt, storage, and stock control, in collaboration with Quality Control and microbiology teams.
• Working safely and responsibly, with due regard for your own health and safety and that of others.
• Adapting to business needs, working flexibly across the site as required.

Benefits
• Share your expertise – With your knowledge and experience, this is your chance to share your knowledge and contribute to the continuous improvement of the team.
• Develop hands-on experience – You will develop your skills within the Drug Product manufacturing from aseptic manufacture to oral solid dose over a range of projects.
• Industry - This is a fantastic opportunity for you to develop your skills in Phase I manufacturing processes while working in a state-of-the-art facility.
• Career growth – As we evolve, you will have excellent opportunities to progress and advance your career.