Factory Operative

Factory Operative
Pay: 35,000
Location: Liverpool, L34
Hours: 08:00-17:00 Monday-Friday

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an innovative and rapidly growing manufacturing business operating within the biotechnology sector. We are seeking a Fermentation / Chemical Process Operator to support production activities, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operation of fermentation and processing equipment.

This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while contributing to the scale-up of sustainable manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate fermentation, processing, and manufacturing equipment in line with standard procedures.
• Monitor process performance and maintain product quality standards.
• Clean, sanitise, and maintain production equipment and vessels.
• Complete batch records and production documentation accurately.
• Carry out routine sampling and support quality activities.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and escalate where required.
• Maintain high standards of health & safety, GMP, hygiene, and housekeeping.
• Support continuous improvement and process optimisation initiatives.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• Strong understanding of chemical and factory safety.
• Experience or knowledge of laboratory, chemical, or manufacturing processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping skills.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts as operations expand.
• Adaptable and eager to learn.

Desirable:

• Experience within biotechnology, fermentation, chemical, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, or bioprocessing environments.
• Previous experience operating production plant or automated process equipment.
• Food or beverage manufacturing.
• Pharmaceutical manufacturing.

What's on Offer

• 35,000 salary.
• Career development opportunities within a growing manufacturing organisation.
• Collaborative and innovative working environment.
• Opportunity to work with pioneering biotechnology and advanced manufacturing processes.

If you think you are suited to this role and would like the opportunity to progress within a growing company, then apply today!

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking