Sample Coordinator

TN United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking three Sample Coordinators to oversee the management of incoming and outgoing samples across multiple buildings. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth flow of samples, requiring strong organizational skills and adaptability in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidates will thrive in a GMP setting, demonstrating excellent communication and IT skills. Join a team dedicated to solving complex challenges in life sciences, making a significant impact on people's lives globally.

Qualifications

• Experience in a GMP environment is highly desirable.
• Customer-focused and solutions-driven approach is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the receipt, storage, and distribution of samples.
• Coordinate shipments and assist in sample disposals.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

IT Skills

Attention to Detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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The Role:

We are recruiting three Sample Coordinators at Lonza who will be the key point of contact for incoming and outgoing samples across three buildings on site. The coordinator will manage the movement of samples, liaising between scientists and project managers, ensuring samples are tracked, received, and distributed throughout the product life cycle.

Candidates must have strong organisational skills and the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Shift Patterns:

***Please note that weekend and bank holiday work will be required, and shift allowance will be included.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Receipt, storage, and distribution of key reagents, manufacturing, and pilot samples.
2. Coordinate shipments of key reagents, manufacturing, and pilot samples with delivery to the shipping department for outbound shipping.
3. Assist in scheduling and completing sample disposals in collaboration with QA.
4. Inventory management and stock checks of key reagents, manufacturing, and pilot samples, including notification of gaps in services provided.
5. Create key reagent stocks, including labelling, aseptic aliquoting, inventory registration, storage, supply of working stock, and shipping.
6. Maintain cold storage facilities and perform daily review checks on storage units.
7. Process batch paperwork, including document scanning and saving to network locations.

Key Requirements:

1. Experience working within a GMP environment is highly desirable.
2. Customer-focused and solutions-driven.
3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
4. Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
5. Self-motivated, with a flexible and proactive approach.
6. High attention to detail and strong observational skills.

At Lonza, we are committed to ethical practices and respect for our people and environment. We offer the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems in life sciences, with the satisfaction of making a meaningful difference in people's lives worldwide.