Virus Protection Shift Technician

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pirbright, United Kingdom

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Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

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Job Description:

THE POSITION

• The position is Virus Production Shift Technician, a full-time role located in the Virus Production 1 (VP1) department at the Pirbright site.
• Virus Production 1 is a restricted access department devoted to the manufacture of inactivated viral antigen used to make vaccines that are sold across the world.
• The role incorporates practical manufacturing operations, aseptic operations, and provides an opportunity to learn and develop numerous skills.

TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work in a team of shift technicians (2 teams of 3 operators each comprised of 1x Senior Technician and 2x Technicians) led by an area Supervisor.
• Participate in the manufacture of bulk volumes of inactivated virus antigen, fully respecting UK and company Biosafety, EHS, and GMP standards.
• Perform cleaning, decontamination, and steam sterilization of vessels and plant following SOPs.
• Ensure department batch record documentation is filled out contemporaneously and in full compliance with GDP.
• Manage department stock levels and ensure equipment is cleaned and autoclave sterilized.
• Grade A/B clean room operations performing aseptic manufacturing.

REQUIREMENTS

• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to work methodically and carefully according to tight timelines.
• Experience in industrial pharmaceutical production in a similarly regulated environment.
• Good IT skills, preferably some experience of SAP/GBS.
• Experience working in Graded GMP environments.

WHY THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK

Boehringer Ingelheim has been recognized as a Top Employer in the UK. Being certified as a Top Employer confirms our dedication to a better world of work, delivered through excellent HR policies and people practices. To learn more, visit: https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.co.uk/careers/uk-careers/why-great-place-work