Strategic Project - Tester
Location: Blackpool
Duration: 12 months
Hours: 37 hours
roles and responsibilities
* Carry out testing to ensure the ongoing quality of product.
* Interface with other departments to ensure timely testing of products and materials.
* Support with laboratory investigations and non-conformance investigations.
* Ensure the principles of cGMP are applied and that all documentation is followed to comply with ISO9000, ISO13485, FDA QSRs and the Medical Device Regulation.
* Support documentation revisions.
Under supervision and in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws/regulations and Corporate Johnson & Johnson, procedures and guidelines, this position involves:
* Ensure that testing is performed in a timely manner
* Day to day performance
* Physical testing of raw material, in process and finished product
* Analytical testing of raw material, in process and finished goods
* Chemical testing of raw material, in process and finished goods
* Management of consumables and materials used in testing
* Cleaning of items for testing within the laboratory
* Execution of the laboratory cleaning program
* Review of internal and external testing data
Quality and Compliance Related Responsibilities
* Ensures that all activities are carried out in compliance with all regulations and laws governing business and quality operations
* Staff: Responsible for ensuring compliance with all local, national, international and company regulations, policies and procedures for Health, Safety and Environmental compliance.
GMP documentation and Quality Systems
* Support investigations to assist in the completion of Non-conformance reports, lab investigations and out-of-specification excursions.
* Drafting and processing of updates to relevant documentation.
Training
* Ensure that own training records are up to date and complete
* Assist in the training of other staff
Validation
* Support validation of test methods and equipment for the project team
External communications
* Liaise with approved manufactures to ensure data is retrieved and available
* Ensure that consumables are ordered in a timely manner to avoid testing delays
How to succeed
* BSc degree in a scientific subject (e.g., Chemistry, Pharmacy, Forensics) or equivalent; candidates who have completed lab-based apprenticeships.
* Minimum 1 years experience in a laboratory setting (Practical laboratory experience gained through a degree is acceptable)
* Working with Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office)
* Desired previous experience working within a quality environment in the Food, Consumer, Pharmaceutical or Medical device industry
Required knowledge, skills and abilities
* Able to follow procedures to ensure the principles of cGMP are upheld
* Able to communicate and present information and ideas effectively
* Able to work to deadlines
* Able to react to a changing environment and under time pressures
* Able to work as part of a team to work towards a common goal
* Able to manage own time and prioritize own workload to ensure timely completion of assigned work
* Credo values: Integrity and Credo based actions
* Customer focus: Results and Performance driven with a sense of Urgency
* Talent development: Collaboration, Self-awareness, Adaptability
Benefits
This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for a minimum of 12 months.
you are welcome here
Johnson & Johnson is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.
DePuy Synthes is the orthopaedic and neurological businesses of Johnson & Johnson - the world's most comprehensive and broadly-based healthcare company. At DePuy Synthes we specialise in our innovations in healthcare products, services and programs that make a real difference to millions of people across the world. We specialise in joint reconstruction, trauma, extremities, craniomaxillofacial, spinal surgery and sports medicine, and also the VELYS Digital Surgery portfolio. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at DePuy Synthes.
application process
We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.
We do not accept applications via email. The pay rate for this role will depend on how you are paid. PAYE & Umbrella options are available.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.
We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means "You Belong".