Pharmacy Manufacturing Technician​/Science Manufacturing Technician

Pharmacy Manufacturing Technician / Science Manufacturing Technician

The closing date is 05 March 2026.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Band 5 Aseptic Pharmacy/Science Manufacturing Technician working in both aseptic services and clinical trials.

Looking for an individual with aseptic experience who is passionate about making a difference and contributing to improving patient/carer experience to join our Aseptic Services team at St Mary's Pharmaceutical Unit (SMPU).

The aseptic services team based at SMPU provides chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition preparative services under section 10 for patients based at University Hospital of Wales (UHW). The service includes providing clinical trials under Section 37, both commercial and non-commercial trials requiring aseptic manipulation of patient doses. This activity is increasing year on year with significant growth in Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATIMPs).

You will work as part of a specialised, friendly team as a cleanroom supervisor with qualifications as an Accredited Checking Technician (ACT) or Pre & In Process Checker (PIPC) providing this service based at SMPU, an offsite manufacturing and aseptic unit.

Previous aseptic / clinical trials experience is essential for this role.

• To receive chemotherapy and PN prescriptions, perform pre and in process checks for worksheets and labels, perform tray assembly and checks on tray set up
• Prepare, using aseptic technique, chemotherapy, parenteral nutrition and clinical trials including ATIMPs
• To perform pre and in process checks in PN and chemotherapy preparation.
• Training and supervision of new staff
• Possess excellent attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills written and verbal
• Good listening skills and be able to follow instructions and guidance
• Ability to follow often complex operating procedures
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Work under pressure and maintain quality standards
• Able to work as part of a team and demonstrate initiative, when required
• Able to train others and deliver clear instruction, when required
• Basic computer skills and demonstrate ability to learn new systems and understand new technologies
• Planning and prioritising skills
• The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post;
  Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.

Our mission is “Caring for People, Keeping People Well”, and our vision is that every person s chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population s health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research.

Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.

Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

The candidate will work under Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidance and be actively involved in aseptic preparation of chemotherapy, parenteral nutrition and clinical trials.

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