Production Operative (M/F/D)

Avantor; Reading; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor is looking for a Production Operative to join their Reading laboratory team. This entry-level role involves manufacturing High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) columns and supporting various laboratory tasks. Ideal candidates will have GCSEs in Maths and English, with an eagerness to learn and grow in the scientific field.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Shift allowance

Private Healthcare after probation

Industry-leading pension scheme

Life Insurance

Social events

25 days Annual Leave, plus bank holidays

Birthday off

Reward Schemes

Qualifications

• Curiosity about science and willingness to learn.
• Ability to understand and follow Health & Safety instructions.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture of HPLC Columns for chromatography.
• Conduct process operations under supervision according to procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the working area.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

GCSE in Maths & English

Job description

The Opportunity:

Avantor is seeking a Production Operative to join our innovative team in a laboratory environment. This role will be a full-time, afternoon position based out of our Hichrom site in Theale, Reading. You will have the opportunity to be part of an outstanding team that specialises in the field of chromatography.

For over 30 years, our Reading site has been a market leader in the development, manufacture and supply of high-quality chromatography products, servicing both the UK and overseas markets.

This is an entry-level operative role, manufacturing High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) columns.

You will be covering various functions by completing a variety of support tasks in a laboratory environment. We are offering this role on a full time, permanent basis.

Do you have a curiosity about science and want to kick off your career with a leading company in the sector? If the answer is yes, we want to hear from you!

What we're looking for

• GCSE in Maths & English and a curiosity about Science

• Full training will be given, previous experience as a production operative in a laboratory or pharmaceutical/food manufacturing environment is desirable but not essential

• Previous experience within a manufacturing environment

• Ability to understand and follow Health & Safety instructions.

• Good communication skills

• Ability to work under pressure

How you'll thrive and create an impact

Working in a laboratory production environment, you will carry out manufacture of HPLC Columns to be used in Chromatography procedures.

Undertake process operations under the supervision of senior associates, in accordance with all relevant production procedures and process instructions

Comply with company rules and health & safety.

Be responsible for keeping your working area clean, uncontaminated, and organised at all times

Perform basic routine maintenance and report any issues to the Line Manager to minimise instrument downtime.

Further Information

• Competitive starting salary

• Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, 1:45 PM – 10:30 PM, Friday 1:45 PM - 6:15 PM.

• Shift allowance

• Private Healthcare after the successful completion of your probation period

• Industry-leading pension scheme

• Life Insurance

• Social events

• 25 days Annual Leave, plus bank holidays

• Enjoy a day off on your birthday!

• Reward Schemes

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

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. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

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