Laboratory Technician

VWR International, LLC.; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading laboratory support company in Macclesfield seeks dedicated individuals for full-time roles in operational support for laboratories. The ideal candidates will help manage laboratory supplies and equipment while ensuring compliance with Health & Safety standards. Experience in customer service or a scientific background is a plus. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Bonus scheme

Extra day off on your birthday

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Health & Safety and laboratory operations preferred.
• Experience in hospitality, retail, or warehouse is beneficial.
• Understanding of Service Level Agreements and Key Performance Indicators.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory support tasks in compliance with GMP.
• Manage laboratory supplies and ensure proper documentation.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment.
• Distribute clean lab coats and manage laundry duties.
• Prepare and label buffers, media, and reagents accurately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time-management

Customer service experience

Strong IT proficiency

Education

GCSEs in English & maths

Desirable in science subjects

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

CISPro

Job description

You will be part of a wider team of 15 associates, with 9 in your direct team and 6 in a partnering team located in the same building on campus. Both teams are close-knit, often sharing breaks and lunches together. The team is dedicated to providing operational support to laboratories on-site.

We are part of our Lab and Production Services department, which supports leading pharmaceutical companies and laboratories worldwide, helping to advance research and development in the Life Sciences industry.

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine laboratory support tasks, including equipment checks, reagent preparation, and general housekeeping, in compliance with GMP and Health & Safety standards
• Manage laboratory supplies using systems like Kanban and CISPro, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to regulatory requirements
• Conduct preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment to ensure operational efficiency and compliance
• Laundry management duties, distributing clean lab coats and ordering new ones as required
• Daily use of the Kanban system to maintain the supply of laboratory chemicals, solvents, plates, purchased media, and consumables across multiple labs
• Prepare and label buffers, media, and reagents using electronic lab notebooks, ensuring accurate batch records and traceability

Requirements:

• A scientific background or experience is not essential, but would be an advantage for this role. We welcome candidates from a variety of backgrounds who are looking to transition into a scientific environment
• Education: GCSEs in English & maths are required, and desirable in science subjects
• Experience: Knowledge of Health & Safety, laboratory operations, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is advantageous
• Understanding & experience of customer-facing service, including roles in hospitality, retail, or warehouse settings. Awareness of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Strong IT proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and inventory/tracking systems
• Excellent time-management skills and attention to detail

Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success.

This is a full-time, permanent position based at our customer's site in Macclesfield. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes a bonus scheme, pension plan, private medical and dental care, and even an extra day off on your birthday.