Laboratory Technician

Aptar Italia S.P.A.; Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptar is seeking a Laboratory Technician at Nanopharm to support daily operations by ensuring laboratory cleanliness, compliance with regulatory requirements, and effective equipment maintenance. This role plays a critical role in a team environment, contributing to the efficiency and safety of laboratory practices. Candidates should possess a relevant science or pharmacy degree and prior lab experience, demonstrating a detail-oriented and organised approach.

Benefits

Competitive base salary and bonus plan

Award-winning training opportunities

Innovative benefits package

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a lab-based environment preferred.
• Familiarity with COSHH and GLP regulations beneficial.
• Ability to manage a diverse workload calmly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining laboratory equipment.
• Conduct routine checks and calibration of lab instruments.
• Ensure compliance with safety and waste disposal regulations.

Skills

Detail oriented

Organised

Teamwork

Initiative

Regulatory awareness

Education

First degree in a science, pharmacy or relevant discipline

Job description

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Who we are
Nanopharm, an Aptar Pharma Company, is a world leading specialist contract research and development organization offering product development services for orally inhaled and nasal drug products (OINDPs).

Nanopharm operates a fee-for-service model, helping its clients navigate the scientific, technical and regulatory challenges in developing nasal and respiratory drug products from discovery through to clinical investigations (‘IND’). Its service offerings provide the most efficient path to success for its clients by providing an integrated product development service covering:

• Advanced materials characterization
• Analytical method development
• Formulation development and testing
• Inhaled biopharmaceutics

These early phase services aid successful product development by understanding how material properties and processing conditions influence product functionality and therefore reduce risks and expedite drug development timelines. Nanopharm’s proprietary technology and analytical platforms for advanced materials characterization, formulation & device development and in-silico modelling of in vivo behaviour, have provided Nanopharm a technical competitive edge, helping it become an international market leader. For more information visit:www.nanopharm.co.uk

You should work here because we:
• Attract and develop high performing people.
• Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Allow for failure by allowing people to make mistakes through an open and trusting environment.
• Invest in the development of employees through local, regional and global career opportunities.
• Contribute to the communities where we reside.

What’s new with Aptar
We have an exciting position open at Nanopharm, which is an Aptar Pharma Company: Laboratory Technician, reporting to our Laboratory Supervisor. This position is an integral member of the Operations team and will be responsible for providing the professional and effective laboratory checks to ensure the smooth running of the laboratory day to day.

This is how your journey begins:

Role Overview
o Responsible for cleaning and replenishing all glassware.
o Organising and conducting replenishment of consumables, solvents, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
o Organisation and storage of all chemical substances according to safety instructions, updating stock list and replenishing where needed.
o Ensuring that generated waste is properly disposed of and managed (proper designation of waste e.g., chlorinated and non-chlorinated).
o Conduct equipment calibration and planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
o Organising and conducting daily checks and verifications on critical equipment’s functionality (balances, humidity chambers, fridges/freezers, etc.)
o Completing relevant laboratory logbooks and making sure they are filled in correctly.
o Booking of samples, chemicals, columns and reference standards.
o Work diligently with all chemicals and solutions, ensuring correct storage and handling.
o Support the Laboratory Supervisor with the replacement/upgrade of laboratory equipment where required.
o Practice safe work habits, including complying with all safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations.

Basics
o Always promote Nanopharm & Aptar’s best interests by the positive and effective way you perform your duties modelling our Core Values and Rules of Leadership.
o Always comply and proactively engage with Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability policies, procedures and instructions to ensure the safety of you and your colleagues.
o Always comply and proactively engage with Quality policies, procedures and instructions to ensure we deliver quality work, data and reports.
o Read and understand all assigned Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) via the Quality Management System (QMS) in the timeframe specified.
o Maintain an up-to-date training record and submit to your line manager at least annually for review, making updates and amendments as necessary.
o Complete timesheets, expenses claims, objectives and appraisals in a timely manner as specified by Stakeholders and in line with the relevant company policies.
o Ensure confidential information pertaining to the company is not divulged to 3rd parties without the appropriate permission.
o Ensure use of IT equipment (e.g. phones, laptops, etc.) is in line with the appropriate Aptar policies.

Education & Qualification
o A first degree in a science, pharmacy or relevant disciple 2.1 or above could be advantageous but not essential

Experience
o Previous experience of working in a lab-based environment (can be previous work or academic experience)

Skills
o Awareness of regulatory requirements e.g. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
o Detail orientated person and highly organised.
o Confident working in a team and using own initiative.
o Proven flexibility in adjusting to a rapidly evolving workload and remaining calm under pressure.
o Displays adherence to and promotion of the company values at all times.
o Takes ownership for own personal development.

What you will bring on the journey
• A first degree in a science, pharmacy or relevant disciple 2.1 or above could be advantageous

Experience:
o Previous experience of working in a lab based environment (can be previous work or academic experience)
o Awareness of regulatory requirements e.g. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
o Detail orientated person and highly organised.
o Confident working in a team and using own initiative.
o Proven flexibility in adjusting to a rapidly evolving workload and remaining calm under pressure.
o Displays adherence to and promotion of the company values at all times.
o Takes ownership for own personal development.

Ability to travel: occasional travel for training, inter-site support and customer/3rd party assistance. Travel to split site may also be required for training purposes.

Other requirements:
o Detail orientated person and highly organised.
o Positive and curious attitude to own growth and development.
o Proven flexibility in adjusting to a rapidly evolving workload and remaining calm under pressure
o Displays adherence to and promotion of the company values at all times

What we offer:
• An exciting, diverse and value based working environment
• Award-winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus plan.
• Innovative benefits plan, which includes: medical, life, disability and wellness.

Be You. Be Aptar
Aptar is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.

Location Statement
For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.