Technical Support Technician
Job Introduction
Job Purpose
To provide support for clinical manufacturing teams and process development teams within Pharmaceutical Development
Role Responsibility
Accountabilities or “what you have to do”
- Primarily involved with general cleaning of equipment and surrounding areas, disassembly, decontamination and reassembly of equipment and working to relevant SOP and GMP standards.
- Maintain the highest standard of cleanliness within assigned areas by ensuring that the relevant work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs) are followed.
- To ensure accurate completion of logbooks as required by SOPs
- Be aware of all safety issues including identification of hazards and recommendations for safety improvements if necessary
- To operate to approved quality standards (e.g. GMP).
Problems and Special Features of the Job
(e.g. particular safety responsibilities, unpleasant / hazardous working conditions, requirement to wear / use protective clothing / equipment)
- All work is undertaken within pharmaceutical clean rooms.
- All work carried out to GMP standards.
- Reasonable standard of fitness as job holder on feet for most of the day.
- Prepared to work out of hours if required.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to be worn as directed by line manager and in accordance with work instructions and procedures.
The Ideal Candidate
- Minimum qualification GCSE or equivalent grades A-C in a science subject, Maths & English.
- Ability to work supportively as part of a team
- Ability to work on own initiative within the bounds of local procedures
- Ability to follow protocols consistently and to produce accurate records
- Good communication skills
- Good safety awareness
Previous experience in a GMP or laboratory environment would be an advantage.
About the Company
The position may require successful candidate to work between 2 sites. Harlow and Ware. Fixed Term contract for 1 year.