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Warehouse operator - Night Shift

Location Macclesfield, England, United Kingdom Job ID R-234529 Date posted 07/09/2025

Warehouse Operator – Night Shift

Location: Macclesfield
Contract Type: Permanent
Grade: 6 SA91
Shifts: Two patterns available

  • Monday–Thursday: 21:00–06:00

  • Friday–Sunday: 18:00–06:00 (12-hour shifts)

About the Role

At AstraZeneca, we’re transforming the future of bio-pharmaceuticals with our bold innovations and sustainability ambitions. We are seeking a Warehouse Operator to join our Operations team in Macclesfield, supporting essential supply chain activities that drive our Zero Carbon by 2025 commitments.

In this role, you will manage component supplies and stock levels while ensuring compliance with financial requirements. You’ll coordinate dispatches and deliveries across our site, playing a vital part in supporting manufacturing and sustainability goals.

Key Accountabilities

As our Warehouse Operator, you will:

  • Support manufacturing targets by maintaining timely and accurate material supply.

  • Prepare sterile products for dispatch, adhering to strict safety and compliance standards.

  • Manage inventory and monitor stock levels to meet business needs.

  • Uphold safe working practices, ensuring full compliance with Macclesfield Site SHE procedures.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Computer literacy and familiarity with warehouse management systems

  • Knowledge of sterile products and sterile working environments

  • Understanding of supplier relationships and component lead times

  • Compliance experience with COSHH, SHE, and GMP standards

  • Manual handling expertise, including pallet trucks and fork lift trucks

  • Ability to work independently, scheduling and managing work to achieve daily and weekly targets

  • Meticulous attention to detail

Desirable Skills

  • Valid license to operate relevant warehouse vehicles

  • Prior experience in warehouse operations, stock handling, and logistics

Why AstraZeneca?

AstraZeneca is dedicated to making a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Our Operations team thrives in a dynamic, collaborative environment, supporting each other to innovate and drive real change. As part of an inclusive community, you’ll contribute directly to groundbreaking sustainability and growth targets that benefit patients and society.

If you’re energised by challenging work and eager to leave your mark on a sustainable future, we invite you to join us.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help us build a better tomorrow!

Date Posted

08-Sept-2025

Closing Date

21-Sept-2025

Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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