Production Technician

Borehamwood

4 days ago

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We have partnered with a valued client to assist their search for a number of Production Technicians. As the Production Technician of a designated process, you will operate processes such as Chromatography, Centrifugation or ultrafiltration and other fully automated processes, for which you will develop a full operational understanding.

You will actively support an environment of continuous improvement ensuring that all quality and productivity targets are achieved through the optimum use of resources in a safe environment. You will use effective communication skills with all team members to ensure completion of the Production Manufacturing and filling plans.

This is a fully on site role, operating on a 24/7 shift rotation. You will also require your own vehicle in order to access the facility.

Key duties and responsibilities:

The role of Production Technician will be hands on and varied. Here are some of the core responsibilities of the role:

Set up and operate automated and semi-automated manufacturing equipment as detailed within the department training matrix including Ultrafiltration, centrifuge and Chromatography processes as required.
Develop a full working knowledge in one or more of the processes in downstream processing. For example, having a sufficient understanding of chromatographic techniques in production in order to operate equipment in compliance unsupervised with the ability to solve problems.
To develop an understanding of the principles of gas and liquid filtration and be able to troubleshoot problems with filter testing and use.
Set up and operate automated and semi-automated manufacturing equipment.
Carry out Process Formulations unsupervised and ensure that critical process samples are taken and submitted correctly in accordance with the procedure and relevant IMS.
Carry out sterile transfers of final product to the Aseptic filling suite in time to meet the scheduled filling plan.
To operate and trouble shoot Clean in Place systems for department specific static equipment.
pH and conductivity monitoring and testing.

Skills and experience:
Prior manufacturing experience is essential, gained from pharmaceuticals, biopharmaceuticals, food, drink, brewing or similar highly regulated environments.
Experience of pH, conductivity and chromatography.
You will be expected to demonstrate excellent communication skills, excellent organisational skills and the ability to problem solve.
Any additional experience working in a clean room environment, or under GMP regulations would prove advantageous

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