Lead Technical Operator

Posted:
6/7/2026, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
England, United Kingdom

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
IT & Security ⋅ Operations & Logistics

Work Schedule

Other

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Working at heights

Job Description

We are currently hiring 2 Lead Technical Operators to join our growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role and be one of two key hires supporting production excellence in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.

How Will You Make an Impact?

As a Lead Technical Operator (Lead Formulation Technician), you will provide daily operational support to the Process Coordinator. You will play a key role across manufacturing, filling, inspection, and packing operations, ensuring all activities are performed in line with SOPs, BMRs, and cGMP standards.

A Day in the Life:

  • Set up and operate bulk formulation, filling, inspection, and packing lines for sterile and non-sterile products

  • Complete batch documentation accurately, perform in-process checks, and ensure compliance with SOPs and quality standards

  • Perform equipment checks and cleaning activities, including CIP and SIP, and report any issues

  • Support project validation, new product introduction, SAP transactions, and GMP change controls

  • Monitor team performance, track downtime, and ensure accurate batch record completion

  • Provide leadership support and step in for the Production Coordinator when required

  • Ensure all manufacturing, filling, inspection, and packing processes comply with GMP

  • Support deviation investigations and continuous improvement initiatives

  • Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant working environment

  • Follow EH&S procedures, ensuring safe systems of work and reporting any incidents or near misses

Education:

  • High School Diploma, Secondary Education, Advanced Certificate, or equivalent

Experience:

  • Experience within a pharmaceutical or regulated environment (MHRA/FDA)

  • Previous supervisory or mentorship/coaching experience or demonstrated ability to lead and develop others

  • Experience with Lean systems and continuous improvement (Green Belt desirable)

  • Aseptic block license (where required)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Knowledge of cleanroom operations and aseptic manufacturing

  • Strong English and Maths skills; scientific background (e.g., A-Levels) preferred

  • Understanding of HMI-driven pharmaceutical systems

  • Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills

Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. As one team of over 120,000+ colleagues, we share values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement.

Apply now to become one of our 2 new Lead Technical Operators and play a vital role in delivering life-changing products to patients worldwide.

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Website: https://www.thermofisher.com/

Headquarter Location: Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 2006

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Debt

Industries: Bioinformatics ⋅ Biotechnology ⋅ Cloud Data Services ⋅ Consulting ⋅ Health Care ⋅ Life Science ⋅ Management Information Systems ⋅ Office Supplies ⋅ Precision Medicine