Operator Technicians

Acorn by Synergie; Pencoed; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to Acorn Rewards App

Employee Assistance Programme

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Acorn by Synergie in Pencoed is seeking experienced Operator Technicians to support safe, efficient operation of production equipment and quality control of immunodiagnostic products.

The role offers a £18.17 per hour shift-based temporary-to-permanent contract, with career development opportunities and access to employee support programmes. Suitable applicants will have production or laboratory experience and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Strong production line or laboratory experience.
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the operations team to carry out routine manufacturing and quality control of immunodiagnostic products.
• Operate production equipment or carry out manual operations in strict accordance with procedures.
• Perform standard production duties, including set-up, set-down, running production lines, and completing Electronic Batch Records (EBRs).
• Clean equipment in line with GMP, GLP, or other written procedures.
• Carry out raw material testing, analysing and documenting data.
• Formulate solutions for use in reagent dispensing, BioVue dispensing, and well coating.
• Conduct routine testing and quality control checks, interpret results, and recommend appropriate actions.

Skills

Production experience

Laboratory experience

Excel

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Relevant academic or vocational qualifications desirable

Job description

Operator Technician | Production Technician | Laboratory Technician | Manufacturing Technician

Pencoed | £18.17 per hour | Shift Work | Temporary to Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting experienced Operator Technicians to join a client's site in Pencoed. This role is vital to ensuring the safe and efficient operation of machinery and equipment, requiring technical ability and strong awareness of safety procedures.

What We Offer

• £18.17 per hour.
• Temporary role with potential for permanency.
• Supportive team environment.
• Career development opportunities.
• Access to the Acorn Rewards App.
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Key Duties

• Work as part of the operations team to carry out routine manufacturing and quality control of immunodiagnostic products.
• Operate production equipment or carry out manual operations in strict accordance with procedures.
• Perform standard production duties, including set-up, set-down, running production lines, and completing Electronic Batch Records (EBRs).
• Clean equipment in line with GMP, GLP, or other written procedures.
• Carry out raw material testing, analysing and documenting data.
• Formulate solutions for use in reagent dispensing, BioVue dispensing, and well coating.
• Conduct routine testing and quality control checks, interpret results, and recommend appropriate actions.

Requirements

• Strong production line or laboratory experience.
• Laboratory experience preferred but not essential.
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Relevant academic or vocational qualifications desirable.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Reliable, conscientious, and self-motivated.
• Structured approach with a strong work ethic.
• Able to work independently and within a team.
• Strong communication skills.
• Flexibility to work shifts and overtime.