Purification Shift Technician
As a Purification Shift Technician, you'll play a crucial role in the large-scale purification of antigens used in FMD and BTV vaccine production. You'll be working in a graded laboratory within the restricted area of our production plant in Pirbright, adhering to the highest standards of UK and Boehringer Ingelheim's HSE, GMP, and bio-security regulations. This role requires flexibility, including weekend shift cover, and collaboration across departments.
This is a fully site based role in Pirbright and a 12-months contractor position.
TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
* Manufacture purified antigens for FMD and BTV vaccines efficiently and cost-effectively, meeting all HSE, GMP, and biosecurity standards
* Operate and maintain process plant equipment according to standard operating procedures
* Conduct laboratory tests throughout the production process, recording findings accurately
* Document deviations and investigations, liaising with QA as needed
* Perform aseptic manipulations of products
* Monitor and record data from process plant instrumentation and laboratory equipment, taking remedial action when necessary
* Collaborate with shift technicians to ensure smooth transitions between shifts
* Provide shift cover, including weekends, when other technicians are unavailable
* Maintain a clean and organized laboratory, participating in the cleaning rota
* Engage fully with CI and PSQDC processes
REQUIREMENTS
* Experience in pharmaceutical production
* Strong IT skills
* Ability to work autonomously, safely, and methodically
* Experience with industrial-scale manufacturing under a quality system
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Results-focused with flexibility to adapt to change
* Problem-solving mindset
* Multitasking and cross-functional capabilities
WHY THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK
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