Manufacturing Technician
Shift Pattern
Earlies / Lates rotation
Monday–Thursday: 6am–2pm & 1.30pm–10pm
Friday: 6am - 2pm & 1.30pm–7pm
100% on site
Catalent is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO), helping to bring life-changing medicines to patients.
At our Dartford site, we specialise in supporting the production of high‑value pharmaceutical ingredients that are used in medicines around the world. We currently supply around 40 micronized products for customers and patients globally.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to start or grow their career in pharmaceutical manufacturing. You’ll receive full training, work alongside experienced colleagues, and be part of a team where development and continuous improvement are a core focus.
The Role:
As a Manufacturing Technician, you’ll support the safe and efficient production of high‑quality products. Typical responsibilities include:
Working closely with your team and supporting different production activities
Following health & safety guidelines and wearing the correct PPE
Learning how to work in a GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) environment
Following set procedures (SOPs and work instructions)
Reporting issues or potential hazards using our internal systems
Completing required training and building new skills through cross-training
Taking part in continuous improvement activities
Operating equipment safely and supporting troubleshooting with guidance
This role is hands-on, varied, and ideal for someone who enjoys practical work and wants to learn in a structured, supportive environment.
The Candidate:
We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, reliable, and keen to learn.
Essential:
Good general education including Maths and English
Comfortable using basic IT (Microsoft Office, email, etc.)
Great attention to detail and able to follow clear instructions
Comfortable working in PPE
Preferred (but not required):
Any experience or awareness of high‑containment or manufacturing environments
If you’re motivated, safety‑conscious, and looking for a long‑term role with strong development opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.
Why You Should Join Catalent:
Competitive Salary – Reflecting your experience and skills.
Bonus & Benefits – Includes a site performance bonus, a pension scheme matching up to 10% and life assurance. Enjoy BUPA private medical insurance, dental cover, generous holiday entitlement.
Career Development – Access high-quality training, mentoring, and cross-functional opportunities within Catalent’s global network. Benefit from a subscription to LinkedIn Learning, providing access to 10,000+ online courses.
Health & Wellbeing – Includes an employee assistance programme, on-site canteen facilities, and an active safety and “Patient First” culture. Join Employee Resource Groups that foster a diverse and inclusive workplace. Plus, participate in charitable activities.
Excellent Location – Just a few minutes’ drive from the Dartford crossing with onsite parking.
Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.
personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.
Visit Catalent Careers to explore career opportunities.
Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by local law.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to DisabilityAccommodations@catalent.com. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.
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