Serum Processing Operator

Randox Food Diagnostics; Antrim; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Diagnostics sector is seeking a Serum Processing Operator to join their Serum formulation team in Antrim. This role involves critical manufacturing processes for quality control products. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field or experience in a manufacturing environment, along with strong communication and organizational skills. Apply now to be part of a team that ensures the accuracy and precision of diagnostic laboratories worldwide.

Qualifications

• Qualified to at least degree level in relevant fields or 1 year manufacturing experience.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and numerical skills.

Responsibilities

• Defibration, dialysis, filtration, and concentration of serum.
• Accurate recording of data for all manufacturing tasks.
• Monitoring the water purification system and troubleshooting.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Numerical Skills

Education

Degree in Biochemistry

Degree in Chemistry

Degree in Immunology

Degree in Life Sciences

Job description

Serum Processing Operator (JobRef: 25N/CHSP)

Randox Laboratories continues to develop disruptive innovations within the Diagnostics and Healthcare sector globally. We are proud to have been named the Number 1 company in Northern Ireland, for the second consecutive year in the “Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies 2024”. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have a career opportunity for a Serum Processing Operator within our Serum formulation team.

What does the Serum Formulation team do?

Randox is the 2nd largest manufacturer of Quality Control products globally. Diagnostic laboratories are obliged to use these QC products to ensure the accuracy and precision of their processes and equipment. Serum Formulation is one of the most important teams within Randox, playing an essential role in the manufacturing process. This team is responsible for the formulation and filtration of a growing number of serum-based control products.

Location:

Randox Science Park (30 Randalstown Road, Antrim, BT41 4LF).

Contract Offered:

Full-time, Permanent

Working Hours/Shifts:

40 hours per week, 6 am to 4:40 pm, Monday to Friday. Flexibility may be required.

What does this role involve?

This role involves defibration, dialysis, filtration, and concentration of serum used in the manufacturing of quality controls. It requires developing a varied skill set, including:

• Following SOPs throughout the manufacturing process.
• Receipt and storage of plasma and serum from external suppliers.
• Production of buffers and solutions used in manufacturing processes.
• Accurate recording of data for all manufacturing tasks.
• Ordering materials, parts, and equipment used within the department.
• Calibration of equipment used within the department.
• Monitoring the water purification system and basic troubleshooting. Notifying faults or issues to the water treatment company.
• Overseeing sampling of water, air, and swabs within the department and organizing cleaning in response to failures.
• Managing the movement of serum and plasma bags within freezer areas to ensure efficient use of space.

Who can apply?

Essential criteria:

• Qualified to at least degree level in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Immunology, or a life sciences subject, or have at least 1 year of experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong numerical skills.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a laboratory environment.
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety, including CoSHH.
• Full UK driving license.

How do I apply?

Click 'Apply' on the site of this advertisement. You will then submit your CV to Randox for review. This advert may be open for up to 30 days, although we may close it early if we receive sufficient applications.