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Production Operative - shift

Job in Irvine, North Ayrshire, KA12, Scotland, UK
Listing for: Merck Life Science
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-14
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Production, Quality Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 40000 - 60000 GBP Yearly GBP 40000.00 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Production Operative - 4 on 4 off shift

Work Your Magic with us!

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet.

That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Your Role

You’ll play a key part in keeping production running safely, efficiently and on schedule by ensuring equipment, rooms and materials are cleaned, prepared, assembled and ready for use. Working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, you’ll support day-to-day production priorities by staging materials, maintaining clean‑hold timelines, completing GMP documentation to a high standard and communicating clearly with supervisors and colleagues if anything risks causing delays.

You’ll also contribute to an audit‑ready workplace through strong housekeeping, 5S and continuous improvement while following EH&S expectations in everything you do.

This role is working on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, consisting of 2 days, 2 nights & 4 shifts off working 8 o’clock to 8 o’clock.

Required Who you are:
  • Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment with strong focus on safety and quality OR degree qualified in a relevant scientific area.
  • Effective numeracy and literacy skills and be well versed in ensuring accurate work is always maintained.
  • Clear communicator and reliable team player.
Desirable
  • Experience working to GMP standards.
  • Familiar with 5S and Continuous Improvement activities.
  • Exposure to risk assessments and basic root cause analysis support activities.
  • Previous systems experience such as SAP.
What we offer

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

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