General Operative

Posting date:	25 November 2025
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	02 December 2025
Location:	Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 5BZ
Company:	Randstad CPE
Job type:	Temporary
Job reference:	PR-1459767_1764074779

Summary

Job Opportunity: General Operative

Location: Swindon - Kingfisher Drive Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday, Early or Late Shift Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Early) OR 3:00 PM - 10:45 PM (Late)

Join the team at my client and play a crucial role in a company making significant contributions!

My client is a leader in their field, driven by innovation and a commitment to quality. This is an exciting opportunity for continual growth and learning within a culture that empowers your development.

The Role: General Operative

As a General Operative, you will be essential to the smooth and compliant running of production areas. You will be supported in gaining and maintaining a Bronze License Badge for production area access, demonstrating your commitment to high standards.

Responsibilities will include:

• Adhering to correct gowning and cleaning procedures for non-aseptic and aseptic filling lines.
• Preparing cleaning solutions and performing cleaning regimes as per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Assisting with material handling and transfer into classified areas.
• Ensuring stocks required for production are maintained and within expiry date.
• Performing cleaning and maintenance of equipment and areas to SOPs, cGMP, and pharmaceutical industry regulatory standards.
• Operating airlocks, and upon training, assisting with Part Washer and Autoclave loading.
• Performing duties associated with line end run-off, packaging, labelling, and in-process weight checks.
• Communicating any non-conformance's to the Area Leader, Manager, or Quality Assurance representatives immediately.
• Once fully Bronze qualified, conducting environmental monitoring in classified areas in accordance with procedures.
• Completing all documentation in adherence to Data Integrity principles and training.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Education: Math's GCSE and English (Grade C or Above) OR evidence of basic Numeracy (to understand arithmetic) and the ability to read and interpret complex work instructions.
• Experience: Experience working in a regulated industry (e.g., Pharmaceuticals, Food, Automotive, Make-Up, or Engineering).

Desirable Experience:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.

Soft Skills:

• Attention to detail is paramount.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and production schedules.
• Ability to stay focused and concentrate despite repetitive tasks.
• Methodical approach to work.
• Has a quality approach with a patient-first mindset.
• Dexterity.
• Physically fit (able to lift 15kg and stand for sustained periods, with reasonable adjustments).

Benefits:

We offer a competitive remuneration package, an annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare options, and a range of employee benefits. This role offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organisation, with outstanding career and development prospects.

Please apply today using the apply button or Call Danielle on 07441919646

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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