Formulation Tech

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Gi Group on behalf of a global life sciences company is seeking a Formulation Technician to join the East Grinstead site on a temp-to-perm basis. The role operates in production and aseptic dispensing, helping to manufacture antimicrobial plates and ensure GLP/GMP compliance.

You will follow SOPs, handle complex tasks with accuracy, use SAP ERP and MS Office, and work a 6:30–18:30 shift with weekend rotation. A-level science and lab experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• A-level science or equivalent required.
• Experience in GMP/GLP environments.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Able to follow SOPs and HS guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare antimicrobial solutions per SOPs (weigh, dissolve, dilute).
• Operate dispensing pumps and verify output quality.
• Manufacture ancillary solutions and monitor stock levels.
• Wash and autoclave equipment and maintain lab cleanliness.
• Utilize SAP ERP and MS Office to process information.
• Support wider lab activities as required.

Skills

GMP awareness

GLP compliance

Aseptic dispensing

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Lab experience

SAP ERP

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Manufacturing

Education

A-level in science

Tools

SAP ERP

Microsoft Office

Bespoke programs

Job description

Gi Group is recruiting on behalf of a global life sciences company whose products and services support scientific research, healthcare and industrial laboratories. We are looking for a Formulation Technician to join the team onsite in East Grinstead (RH19) on a temp-to-perm basis (6-month assignment with the potential to go permanent).

Working within the production laboratory and aseptic dispensing room, you will help manufacture Sensititre™ antimicrobial susceptibility plates. You'll play a key part in ensuring health & safety and quality standards are met at all times, operating in line with GLP, GMP, and site SOPs.

• Prepare antimicrobial solutions following SOPs and production paperwork (weighing, dissolution, dilution)
• Set up and monitor dispensing pumps to ensure on-time, quality output (pouring, priming, weight checks)
• Manufacture ancillary solutions (ID media, buffers, excipients)
• Carry out compliance checks on lab equipment/instrumentation (pipettes, balances, extractors)
• Monitor and maintain raw material stock levels (consumables, intermediates, equipment)
• Wash and autoclave equipment (pumps, glassware and other items)
• Use systems/software to process information (SAP ERP, Microsoft Office, bespoke programs)
• Support wider lab activities as required
• Base rate: £13.46 per hour
• Total effective hourly rate: £16.15 per hour

This is a 3-week rotating daytime shift pattern, including one weekend in three, within lab operating hours 06:30-18:30.

Average 38 hours per week:

• Week 1: Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun
• Week 2: Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri
• Week 3: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
• Ideally educated to

A-level standard in a scientific subject (or equivalent)

• Able to follow

SOPs and

H&S guidelines consistently

• Strong

teamwork and communication skills

• Able to organise and prioritise tasks independently
• High

attention to detail, especially with procedures and manual records

• Good manual dexterity for complex tasks
• Previous laboratory experience
• Experience in a fast-paced / high-throughput manufacturing environment
• Exposure to GMP/GLP environments

Formulation Technician Top Skills for Success:

• GMP environment awareness
• Quality-minded approach

If you're looking to build your experience within a high-quality life sciences laboratory environment, we'd like to hear from you.

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

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