Experienced Production Operative

Location: Newry, Co. Down | Full Time, Permanent

Join Norbrook, a global leader in veterinary pharmaceuticals, and become part of our high-performing manufacturing team in Newry. If you enjoy hands-on work, value quality and compliance, and want a role with excellent work-life balance and real career progression, this is your opportunity.

Sign-On Bonus – £750 Reward for Joining Our Team

As a thank you for bringing your experience and skills to Norbrook, we are offering a £750 sign-on bonus, paid in two instalments:

• £250 (gross) after successfully completing your probation period
• £500 (gross) on the first anniversary of joining Norbrook

This bonus recognises the value you bring from day one and rewards your ongoing commitment to our team.

Benefits 

• Good attendance bonus - £1500 per annum payable quarterly (subject to conditions)
• £750 Sign-On Bonus (split as £250 after probation, £500 on first anniversary)
• 32 days annual leave (plus long service leave after 5 yrs service)
• Company Sick Pay
• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity Pay
• Wedding Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Free Life Assurance
• Company Pension (salary sacrifice scheme)
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work & Tech Purchase Schemes
• Employee Savings Scheme
• Well-being initiatives & Employee Assistance Programme
• On-site free parking and subsidised canteen
• Employee Perks & Recognition Schemes
• Career development and progression opportunities

Job Overview

As a Production Operative, you will manufacture veterinary products in line with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) while adhering to Quality, Environmental, Health, and Safety standards. The role involves operating equipment, following written procedures, completing documentation, and ensuring work areas are audit-ready. Flexibility and the ability to work independently are essential.

Continental Shift Pattern – Work Smarter

We operate a continental shift pattern designed to give you more control over your time outside work.
With 12-hour shifts and fewer working days, you’ll enjoy:

• More days off to spend with family, pursue hobbies, or relax
• Predictable scheduling for easier planning
• Weekend flexibility in some weeks
• Fewer commuting days

Main Responsibilities

• Manufacture products using approved processes within a controlled environment
• Operate processing equipment in line with SOPs
• Accurately complete manufacturing documentation to GMP standards
• Perform checks and calculations for raw and active materials
• Clean equipment and facilities and record activities as required
• Report production status and highlight any issues affecting output
• Ensure work areas remain audit-ready at all times
• Collaborate effectively as part of a flexible, target-driven team

Essential Criteria

• Minimum 6 months manufacturing experience using regulated work instructions
• Basic English and Maths skills (assessed internally)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Strong communication skills across teams
• Experience completing paperwork to a high standard
• Flexibility to work rotating shift patterns

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in pharmaceutical, food, or regulated manufacturing
• Previous experience in a GMP environment

Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk

Norbrook Laboratories Limited employs a workforce with members of all sections of the community and is committed to appointing people purely on the basis of merit. In accordance with our equal opportunities policy, we would particularly like to welcome applicants from the protestant community.