Junior Quality Control Technician (M/F/D)
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The Opportunity
The Opportunity
Avantor is looking for a Junior Quality Control Technician to join our innovative team! This full-time position will be based at our Hichrom site in Theale, Reading.
if you're looking to take your first steps in QC this is a chance to be part of a close-knit team shaping quality excellence in the chemical and pharma industry.
As Junior Quality Control Technician you will be responsible for performing routine product quality checks on HPLC columns and various in-house manufactured separation media. You will ensure that all finished products meet the required specifications before release to customers. Your role is essential in maintaining consistent, high-quality standards for products manufactured at Reading, meeting the expectations of our customers.
The team
You’ll join the Quality Control team where collaboration and team spirit are key. You’ll work together to ensure products, processes and services meet the established standards of quality.
What We're Looking For
* GCSE in Maths & English and a curiosity about Science
* Life Sciences education/working background is preferred
* Previous quality control experience in a laboratory or pharmaceutical/manufacturing environment is desirable. Full training will be given.
* Ability to understand and follow Health & Safety instructions.
* Good communication skills and attention to detail
* Ability to work under pressure
How You'll Thrive And Create An Impact
* Submission of goods for final QC checks prior to dispatch to the customer
* Conducting OOS investigations where products fail to meet defined specifications
* Conduct analytical QC performance tests, of in-house manufactured separation media, to ensure lot to lot reproducibility, including pore size, surface area, and particle sizing
* Perform routine maintenance and validation activities
* Ensure both your own and your colleague’s safety, by working in accordance with all relevant Production and Environmental, Health & Safety procedures, promptly reporting any incidents or accidents to a manager.
* Assist with preparing QC SOPs and reviewing product specifications
* Support the development and implementation of analytical QC performance tests, of in-house manufactured separation media, to ensure lot to lot reproducibility, including pore size, surface area, and particle sizing
* Follow process procedures diligently and give feedback for process improvements.
Further Information
* Competitive starting salary
* Private Healthcare after successful completion of your probation period
* Industry leading pension scheme
* Life Insurance
* Social events
* 25 days Annual Leave, plus bank holidays
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.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
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