The Opportunity: Avantor is looking for a motivated and proactive Laboratory Technician to join our laboratory-based team in Macclesfield, UK. In this role, you will take ownership of laboratory support activities in compliance with GMP standards, including equipment maintenance, reagent preparation, and supply management. A scientific background or experience is not essential, but would be an advantage for this role. We welcome candidates from a variety of backgrounds who are looking to transition into a scientific environment. This is a full-time, permanent position based at our customer’s site in Macclesfield. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes a bonus scheme, pension plan, private medical and dental care, and even an extra day off on your birthday. Site location: Charter Way, Silk Road Business Park, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 2NA The Team You will be part of a wider team of 15 associates, with 9 in your direct team and 6 in a partnering team located in the same building on campus. Both teams are close-knit, often sharing breaks and lunches together. The team is dedicated to providing operational support to laboratories on-site. You’ll be part of our Lab and Production Services department, which supports leading pharmaceutical companies and laboratories worldwide, helping to advance research and development in the Life Sciences industry. What we’re looking for Education : GCSEs in English & maths are required, and desirable in science subjects and will be considered an advantage Experience : Knowledge of Health & Safety, laboratory operations and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is advantageous Understanding & experience of customer-facing service, including roles in hospitality, retail, or warehouse settings. Awareness of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Strong IT proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and inventory/tracking systems Excellent time-management skills and attention to detail How you'll thrive and create an impact Perform routine laboratory support tasks, including equipment checks, reagent preparation, and general housekeeping, in compliance with GMP and Health & Safety standards Manage laboratory supplies using systems like Kanban and CISPro, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to regulatory requirements Conduct preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment to ensure operational efficiency and compliance Laundry management duties, distributing clean lab coats and ordering new ones as required Daily use of the Kanban system to maintain the supply of the laboratory chemicals, solvents, plates, purchased media and consumables across multiple labs. Prepare and label buffers, media, and reagents using electronic lab notebooks, ensuring accurate batch records and traceability LI-Onsite Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Why Avantor? Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000 associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science. The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor. We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today! EEO Statement: We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law. 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