Laboratory technician

Manpower UK; Dartford; Remote; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower UK in Dartford is seeking a Laboratory Technician for a 3 month FTC. The role involves preparing reagents, testing to SOPs, and ensuring GMP standards are met. Training will be provided, with emphasis on accuracy and quality in a manufacturing lab.

The successful candidate will join a skilled team and contribute to product testing, inventory control, and documentation. Shifts are Mon-Fri, 08:00-16:00, in Dartford.

Qualifications

• Experience in GMP/GLP environment is preferred.
• Keen eye for detail and quality.
• Ability to work at pace while maintaining safety and quality.
• Honest and open communication.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and test intermediates and reagents.
• Handle microorganisms for testing.
• Operate semi-automated production equipment.
• Assist in packing intermediates and manage stock levels.
• Ensure quality of reagents and complete documentation.
• Record SAP transactions and control inventory.
• Raise health, safety or quality issues to Senior Technician.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs (PPI).
• Other duties within skills and ability of the post holder.

Skills

GMP/GLP experience

Attention to detail

Lab/production experience

Teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

SAP

Inventory management

Job description

Laboratory Technician (3 month FTC)

Location: Dartford

Shifts: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:00

Pay Rate: £14.14 per hour

The successful candidate will be working within a manufacturing lab, preparing reagents, intermediates and carrying out testing using standard operating procedures and production documentation ensuring they meet performance specifications and good manufacturing practice standards. Attention to detail and accuracy are key in this role. Full training will be given for all processes carried out by our skilled and dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone wanting to develop their career in science and manufacturing.

Responsibilities:

• Be responsible for the manufacture and testing of intermediates and final reagents.


• Handling of microorganisms for use in testing


• Operation of semi-automated equipment for use in production.


• Asist in the packing of intermediates.


• Management of stock levels for responsible product ranges.


• Be responsible for the quality of manufactured reagents, complete documentation and ensure quality standards are maintained.


• Comply with all SAP transactions on work performed and be responsible for controlling inventory.


• Raise any health and safety or quality issue to your Senior Technician.


• Participate in PPI (continuous improvement) programs as required.


• Any other duties/projects are reasonable and within the skills and ability of the post holder.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing/lab environment is preferable.


• To have a keen eye for detail and quality


• To be able to work at pace whilst maintaining safe working practices and product quality.


• Honest and open verbal and written communication

Top Skills:

• Experience working in a GMP/GLP environment desired.


• Attention to detail and quality orientated.


• Use of SAP and experience inventory management.


• Laboratory/production experience.


• Ability to work in a team, as well as take on individual responsibilities.


• Problem solving