Production Technician
Added 24 Aug · still live
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Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3116 (88% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and Almac Group is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
Production Technician (Packaging Operations)
Location: Based at our state-of-the-art custom designed facilities in Craigavon
Working Hours: Rotating Shift Pattern 06:00-14:00/14:00-22:00 (37.5 hours per week)
Salary: Highly Competitive plus excellent benefits package
Business Unit: Almac Pharma Services
Open To: Internal and External Applicants
Ref No.: HRJOB11440
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and technically minded individual to join our Packaging Operations team based in Craigavon. As a Production Technician, you will support the efficient delivery of pharmaceutical packaging operations while maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance and safety.
The Production Technician will provide technical support across packaging operations, helping to ensure equipment, processes and documentation are operated and maintained in line with GMP requirements, internal procedures and production schedules. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to broaden their technical expertise and increase their involvement in equipment and process support activities. The role offers exposure to technical problem solving, validation activities, training support and cross-functional collaboration while helping to deliver high-quality products.
This role would suit someone who enjoys working in a technical environment, has strong attention to detail and takes pride in delivering high-quality work.
Key Requirements:
Location: Based at our state-of-the-art custom designed facilities in Craigavon
Working Hours: Rotating Shift Pattern 06:00-14:00/14:00-22:00 (37.5 hours per week)
Salary: Highly Competitive plus excellent benefits package
Business Unit: Almac Pharma Services
Open To: Internal and External Applicants
Ref No.: HRJOB11440
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and technically minded individual to join our Packaging Operations team based in Craigavon. As a Production Technician, you will support the efficient delivery of pharmaceutical packaging operations while maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance and safety.
The Production Technician will provide technical support across packaging operations, helping to ensure equipment, processes and documentation are operated and maintained in line with GMP requirements, internal procedures and production schedules. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to broaden their technical expertise and increase their involvement in equipment and process support activities. The role offers exposure to technical problem solving, validation activities, training support and cross-functional collaboration while helping to deliver high-quality products.
This role would suit someone who enjoys working in a technical environment, has strong attention to detail and takes pride in delivering high-quality work.
Key Requirements:
- A-Level Qualifications or equivalent level OR significant relevant experience within the pharmaceutical industry
- Previous relevant experience working with technical processes, equipment, and associated documentation within a regulated industry
- A methodical approach and ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy
- Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK
Why Build Your Career at Almac?
At Almac, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Your future matters — and our approach is simple: we support, develop and reward our people, build fulfilling careers and together we advance human health. Find out more about our Support, Develop, and Reward initiatives here:
https://www.almacgroup.com/careers/life-at-almac/
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For further information relating to the essential and desirable criteria, please review the person specification attached to the online job posting.
Apply online - please ensure your CV clearly outlines how you meet the criteria for this role. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible.
Closing Date
Closing date for receipt of applications is 7th September 2026 at 5pm.
RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE: Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CV’s received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Almac Group, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
SOC 3116 · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · ~54k in sampleP25 £30kP75 £42k
£26kmedian £35kgoing rate £42k
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Almac Group holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3116 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.