Formulation Technician

Manpower Group (UK); East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Formulation Technician in East Grinstead is a production laboratory role focused on manufacturing Sensititre antimicrobial susceptibility testing plates within GMP/GLP-compliant SOPs. You will work in a fast-paced, laboratory environment supporting quality-focused production and ongoing improvements.

The role offers a 38-hour week with a 3-week daytime rotating shift (6:30am–6:30pm), including 1 weekend every 3 weeks.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Able to follow SOPs, procedures and GMP/GLP guidelines.
• Good teamwork and communication, with strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare antimicrobial solutions per SOPs and production docs.
• Set up, operate and monitor dispensing pumps for on-time output.
• Perform production tasks including weighing, dissolution and verification checks.
• Manufacture media, buffers and excipients as required.
• Calibrate and maintain lab equipment; document production records accurately.
• Manage stock of materials and ensure clean, sterile work area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Procedure compliance

Organisational skills

Dexterity

Education

A-Level or equivalent in science

Tools

SAP ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Formulation Technician

Location: East Grinstead, West Sussex (The Birches, Unit 19)

Salary: £13.46 per hour + 20% Shift Allowance

Hours: Average 38 hours per week

Shifts: 3-week daytime rotating pattern between 6:30am and 6:30pm, including 1 weekend in every 3 weeks.

Shift Pattern

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Week 2: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Week 3: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Formulation Technician to join our production laboratory team in East Grinstead. This role is ideal for candidates with laboratory, pharmaceutical, scientific manufacturing, or quality-focused production experience.

Working within a production laboratory and aseptic dispensing environment, you will manufacture Sensititre™ antimicrobial susceptibility testing plates while ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to develop a career within the life sciences, laboratory production, pharmaceutical manufacturing, biotechnology, or medical diagnostics sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare antimicrobial solutions in accordance with SOPs and production documentation, including weighing, dissolution, and dilution activities.
• Set up, operate, and monitor dispensing pumps to ensure quality and on-time production output.
• Perform production activities including pouring, priming, and weight verification checks.
• Manufacture ancillary solutions, including media, buffers, and excipients.
• Conduct routine compliance and calibration checks on laboratory equipment, including pipettes, balances, and extraction equipment.
• Maintain and monitor stock levels of raw materials, consumables, intermediates, and laboratory supplies.
• Clean, wash, and autoclave laboratory equipment, glassware, pumps, and production materials.
• Accurately complete production records and documentation in line with GMP and quality requirements.
• Utilise SAP ERP, Microsoft Office, and other internal systems to process and manage production information.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and maintain high standards of health, safety, and quality compliance.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:About You

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures, SOPs, and health & safety guidelines.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Ability to perform precise manual tasks requiring a high degree of dexterity.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production or manufacturing environment.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Previous laboratory, production laboratory, or manufacturing experience.
• Experience working within a GMP, GLP, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food, chemical, or regulated manufacturing environment.
• A-Level qualification, BTEC, or equivalent in a scientific subject.
• Experience using SAP, ERP systems, or laboratory software.
• Understanding of quality control and documentation practices.

What We're Looking For

We're particularly interested in candidates with experience as a:

• Laboratory Technician
• Formulation Technician
• Production Technician
• Manufacturing Technician
• QC Technician
• Laboratory Assistant
• Scientific Production Operator
• Pharmaceutical Production Operative
• Life Sciences Technician

If you're quality-focused, enjoy working in a laboratory environment, and are looking to build your career within a global scientific organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.