Packaging Operator L1 Temporary until December 2026

The Company 

Eisai is a leading research based pharmaceutical organisation with an extensive portfolio across the Oncology, Neurology and Pain therapy areas. 

By joining Eisai, you will be working for an organisation with a human healthcare philosophy, which means that we put the patient first in everything we do. 

Your new role 

Temporary until December 2026

This role has the responsibility to operate the designated packaging equipment and systems to produce product that meets pre-defined quality attributes and production schedules, at the EML Production facility in Hatfield and to ensure the efficient operation of all production operations.  

Duties are performed to ensure: 

• A safe working environment is maintained for self and other Eisai employees, ensuring all near miss incidents and accidents are reported in accordance with procedures. 

• The Quality of products produced and released is assured through adherence to all procedures. 

• Opportunities to improve operations and reduce cost are identified and progressed through the continuous improvement and demand innovation initiatives. 

• Eisai’s philosophy of hhc is at the forefront of daily activities. 

• All stakeholder and customer expectations are understood and met through communication.  

• Performance is in line with personal and Eisai objectives with demonstrated behaviours and competencies. 

What are we looking for? 

• Practical experience working within manufacturing and packaging environments – Essential. 

• Practical experience working within the pharmaceutical industry – Desirable. 

• A growth mind-set with a focus on professional self-development. 

• A positive attitude and willing to focus your energy on teamwork, emotional leadership, extreme ownership, discretionary effort, positive energy and resilience. 

• Good leadership and interpersonal skills 

• Developed problem solving and decision-making capabilities. 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills 

• Developed attention to detail and an aptitude for neat / clear documentation. 

What we offer in return

Eisai offers a competitive salary and excellent wider benefits package that includes,

• Electric charging points for Electric/Hybrid vehicles
• Discretionary Bonus
• Free onsite parking
• Subsidised onsite restaurant and coffee shop
• Learning and development opportunities
• Retail discounts
• Well-being & mental health awareness programmes
• Multi-faith prayer room

You will also be based out of our excellent EMEA Knowledge Centre (EKC) facility, which is our EU Headquarters, and offers an inclusive, and collaborative working environment.

What you need to do next

If you are interested in this position, please click ‘apply now’ at the top of this advert. Upon submitting your application, you will be asked to complete your profile and upload a copy of your CV along with any additional information to support your application.

If you have any questions, please contact us on [email protected]

Eisai Recruitment Statement

Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success, and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

Eisai EMEA EDI Commitment Statement

We believe that diverse and inclusive teams promote wellbeing, learning and innovation, helping Eisai serve our patients, their families, our employees, and society. Our commitment is:

• to embrace and celebrate our differences, respecting and valuing each other.
• to include equity, diversity, and inclusion practices in all that we do so everyone has a full sense of belonging.
• to value individual talent where every employee can be themselves and thrive in an environment of openness, trust, and integrity