GMP Cleaning Operatives – Didcot – Up to £32,000
Bond Williams
Professional Recruitment
A nationwide provider of specialist cleaning and decontamination services to the Science industry has a new requirement for a dedicated team to join their client on the Harwell Campus, Didcot (OX11).
There are Operative and Supervisor level roles available, working a variety of shifts.
A GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) Cleaner is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sterile environment in a specialist facility where adherence to strict cleanliness and hygiene standards is critical:
Key Responsibilities:
- Cleaning & Sanitizing:
- Perform routine cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting of production areas, cleanrooms, and other controlled environments.
- Ensure that cleaning is carried out according to GMP guidelines, SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), and health & safety standards.
- Clean floors, walls, ceilings, and surfaces using approved cleaning agents and equipment.
- Equipment & Material Handling:
- Handle and properly dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials.
- Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and pressure washers.
- Maintain the cleanliness of production equipment as required by company protocols.
- Documentation:
- Accurately document cleaning activities in logbooks or electronic systems, ensuring compliance with GMP record-keeping practices.
- Complete cleaning checklists and sign off on tasks completed.
- Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, and other regulatory requirements.
- Follow all health and safety procedures to minimize risks in handling cleaning agents and in a controlled environment.
- Participate in internal and external audits when required.
- Stock & Inventory:
- Manage cleaning supply inventory, ensuring that cleaning agents, sanitizers, and other required materials are available and stored correctly.
- Replenish materials and report any shortages to supervisors.
- Coordination:
- Collaborate with production staff and quality control teams to ensure that cleaning does not interfere with manufacturing schedules or quality standards.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Prior experience in GMP cleaning or working in a regulated environment (e.g., pharmaceutical, biotech, food manufacturing) is preferred.
- Understanding of GMP regulations and SOPs.
- Ability to work in a sterile or cleanroom environment, wearing proper protective clothing (e.g., gowns, gloves, masks).
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to read and follow written instructions, especially regarding cleaning agents and safety protocols.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
Bond Williams Professional Recruitment are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency