Sample Management Technican

Orion Group; Carlow; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Group Life Sciences is recruiting a Sample Management Technician for a multinational biopharmaceutical client in Carlow on an initial 11-month contract. The role supports QC with sample handling, LIMS-based tracking and compliant documentation.

The ideal candidate will have a science degree and GMP exposure, with strong data integrity and cross-functional teamwork skills. Day shift 7:00–15:30 and a focus on continuous improvement and regulatory compliance are central to this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in science, biotechnology, pharmaceutical or related discipline.
• Experience in GMP-regulated pharmaceutical/biotech lab environment.
• Knowledge of cGMP, GDP and quality systems.
• Experience using LIMS or similar systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive, log, label, track and manage biological, environmental and manufacturing samples in line with GMP.
• Maintain sample chain of custody and sample integrity across receipt, storage, distribution and disposal.
• Coordinate sample distribution to QC labs to support testing schedules and product release.
• Manage sample inventory in LIMS and other tracking systems with accurate documentation.
• Monitor storage locations and environmental conditions for compliance.
• Support management of documentation, data entry and record reviews.
• Participate in investigations relating to discrepancies and deviations.
• Generate and review sample management metrics and drive continuous improvement.
• Support laboratory audits and inspections with inspection-ready records.

Skills

GMP compliance

LIMS usage

Data integrity

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Investigations & deviation handling

Change control

Lean Six Sigma knowledge

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in science/biotech/pharma

Tools

LIMS

Electronic inventory systems

Job description

Orion Group Life Sciences are currently recruiting a Sample Management Technician on behalf of our Multinational Biopharmaceutical Client based in Carlow on an initial 11-Month contract with potential to extend

The role is a day role starting 7:00 to 15:30

You will operate as part of the QC team performing the allocated testing and laboratory-based duties and although it is preferable that Analysts have Immunoassay and cell culture experience, we are open to considering applicants that fulfil the duties as detailed below.

Our Quality Assurance group ensures every single material inside our products is manufactured, processed, tested, packaged, stored and distributed aligned with our incredibly high standards of quality and meets all regulatory requirements.

Partnering across our internal manufacturing facilities, external contract manufacturers and suppliers we create an interdependent global manufacturing network committed to deliver a compliant, reliable supply to customers and patients on time, every time, across the globe.

What you will do:

• Receive, log, label, track and manage biological, environmental and manufacturing samples in accordance with site procedures and GMP requirements.
• Maintain sample chain of custody and ensure sample integrity throughout receipt, storage, distribution and disposal activities.
• Coordinate sample distribution to QC laboratories to support testing schedules and ensure timely product release.
• Manage sample inventory within laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and other tracking systems, ensuring accurate and contemporaneous documentation.
• Monitor sample storage locations, environmental conditions and retention inventories to ensure compliance with established procedures.
• Work as directed by the Sample Management Lead / Manager in accordance with Company safety policies, cGMP and GDP requirements.
• Drive compliance with Global policies, procedures, guidelines and regulatory requirements in the performance of all day-to-day activities.
• Ensure all Quality Systems within the department are adhered to on a daily basis.
• Support the timely receipt, processing and dispatch of samples to internal laboratories and external testing facilities where required.
• Ensure timely completion of all sample management documentation, data entry and record reviews.
• Participate in investigations relating to sample discrepancies, excursions, non-conformances and deviations.
• Generate and review sample management metrics and trend data to support operational performance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in QC Tier 1 daily meetings and ensure effective communication of sample volumes, priorities, issues and risks.
• Perform peer review of sample management records to ensure data integrity and Right First Time principles are maintained.
• Support laboratory audits and inspections by maintaining inspection-ready documentation and records.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and participate in root cause investigations using tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams and FMEA.
• Support management of laboratory consumables, sample containers and associated inventory where required.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

What skills you will need:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher preferred; ideally in a Science, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical or related discipline.
• Experience working in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology or laboratory environment.
• Knowledge of cGMP, GDP and laboratory quality systems.
• Experience using LIMS, sample tracking systems or electronic inventory management systems.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage high sample volumes and competing priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data integrity principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and job-related computer applications.
• Experience writing reports, procedures and quality documentation is desirable.
• Understanding of deviation management, investigations and change control processes.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies is advantageous.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• High personal integrity, credibility, energy and flexibility.
• Willingness to support the team and maintain a strong customer-focused approach.

People are our business worldwide

Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.