Laboratory technician

Manpower UK; Dartford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower UK seeks a Laboratory Technician for a three-month fixed-term contract in Dartford. The role involves preparing reagents, performing tests to meet GMP standards and production documentation. Training is provided, and the position supports development in science and manufacturing careers.

The successful candidate will work in a manufacturing lab handling reagents, intermediates and microorganisms, ensuring accuracy and adherence to SOPs and quality criteria.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing/lab environment is preferable.
• Keen eye for detail and quality.
• Ability to work at pace while maintaining safe practices and product quality.
• Honest and open verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and test intermediates and final reagents.
• Handle microorganisms for testing.
• Operate semi-automated production equipment.
• Assist in packing intermediates.
• Manage stock levels for responsible product ranges.
• Ensure quality of manufactured reagents and complete documentation (GMP/GLP).
• Follow SAP transactions for work performed and inventory control.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

SAP

Inventory management

Laboratory/production experience

Job description

Laboratory Technician (3 month FTC)

Location: Dartford Shifts: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:00 Pay Rate: £14.14 per hour

This Laboratory technician role in Dartford is offered by Manpower UK on a three-month fixed-term contract, paying up to £14.14 hourly. Working Monday to Friday, 08:00 until 16:00, the post-holder prepares reagents and intermediates within a manufacturing laboratory, then tests them against performance criteria and good manufacturing practice. Duties cover producing and examining final reagents plus handling microorganisms. Accuracy and close attention to detail matter greatly. Full training is provided by an experienced team, so applicants need not arrive with every skill already mastered. Suited to someone building a science and manufacturing career, the position calls for reliability, care with documentation and a methodical approach to standard operating procedures.

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.
• Assist 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

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