Microbiology Technician Wockhardt UK

Wockhardt UK Limited; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Wockhardt UK Limited is hiring a QC Microbiology Technician/Senior Technician for their site in Wrexham. This role involves performing environmental monitoring, microbiological testing of pharmaceuticals, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree and experience in a pharmaceutical environment, coupled with problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Rewards platform – discounts on shopping, restaurants, holidays

Salary sacrifice schemes

Sports and Social club

Subsidised canteen

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in a pharmaceutical environment is essential.
• Knowledge of cGMP is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform viable environmental monitoring sampling and testing of materials.
• Conduct microbiological testing of pharmaceuticals in various forms.
• Work independently while ensuring quality of work.

Skills

Problem solving

Flexibility

Curiosity

Education

Degree in biological or microbiological sciences

Job description

Hours: 2 shifts: 6 am - 2 pm, 1.30 pm - 9.30 pm, Monday to Friday

Are you practical, hands-on, a problem solver? Highly motivated with a drive to succeed?

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a QC Microbiology Technician/Senior Technician to join our QC Microbiology Team, working the shift pattern of 2 shifts (Monday to Friday, 6 am – 2 pm, 1.30 pm – 9.30 pm).

A day in the life of our QC Microbiologist

As a QC Micro Technician at Wockhardt, you will be a key member of the QC Micro team, performing viable environmental monitoring sampling and testing incoming materials, intermediates, and finished products. You will conduct microbiological testing of pharmaceuticals in tablets, liquids, semi-solids, and sterile dosage forms. You should be able to work independently with minimal supervision and understand your accountability for the quality of work delivered.

What we’re looking for:

You need to be flexible, a problem solver, and curious—your curiosity should be your strongest motivator! You must have at least a degree in biological or microbiological sciences or equivalent, experience in a pharmaceutical environment, and knowledge of cGMP.

Wockhardt offers a range of benefits including:

• Rewards platform – discounts on shopping, restaurants, holidays, and more
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Sports and Social club
• Subsidised canteen
• Free parking

You will be based at our Wrexham site, home to our MHRA-approved sterile injectable manufacturing facility.