Laboratory Analyst

PE Global is currently recruiting for a Laboratory Analyst with experience in HPLC for an initial 12 month contract role with a multinational Pharma client based in Swindon.

Job Responsibilities

• Accurately Completes documentation related to the Encapsulation process.
  • Operates and maintains up to two Encapsulation Machines (and covers up to as many as four during breaks).
  • Maintains a clean work area.
  • Performs in-process checks and evaluates, in detail, product quality.
  • Monitors material and gel usage at the machine and changes receivers as needed ensuring that components are not used past expiration date and time.
  • Ensures empty receivers are transported back to respective departments as soon as possible.
  • Monitors encapsulation process to minimize rejected product at the machine.
  • Coordinates with crib mechanic in advance of and during changeover.
  • Tears down machine at changeover if required (if utility unavailable)
  • Sets-up/assembles Encapsulation Machine for operation per batch record instructions (if utility unavailable) within allotted time per department standards.
  • Troubleshooting Equipment to maintain a quality product.
  • Monitors and replenishes solvents and lubricants as required.
  • Assembles, handles, and stages tray stacks with manufactured softgels.
  • Ensures that needed supplies (tray paper, gloves etc.) for the department are maintained at sufficient levels.
  • Handles non-hazardous, hazardous and DEA materials and waste.
  • Performs work according to safety policies and practices related to the position.
  • Notifies Supervision immediately in the event that there is any deviation from the batch record, SOP or potential production event.
  • Update SOPs for assigned department as needed.
  • Utility – Supports Encapsulation Operators during the manufacturing process by; Completes documentation related to the Encapsulation process during a changeover.
  • Coordinates with crib mechanic in advance of and during changeover Tears down machine at changeover.
  • Sets-up/assembles Encapsulation Machine for operation per batch record instructions.

Requirements

• • To be able to understand and correctly follow written instruction
  • To have working knowledge and be able to conduct Cleaning Validation analysis as required. Using techniques such as Balances, pH meter, HPLC.
  • Be able to work in an active pharmaceutical manufacturing environment and the laboratory environment, in conjunction with the relevant GMP standards for each area.
  • Knowledge of controlled documentation, printing documents.
  • To understand and correctly implement written instructions.
  • To perform analytical work with a high Right First Time rate.
  • To manage day to day tasks with daily supervision/guidance: Identify correct specifications and methods for testing, including validation protocols.
  • Complete allocated task in time frame provided.
  • Maintain personal and communal laboratory areas in line with 5S principles.
  • Maintain compliance with GMP.
  • To be able to work in a manner compliant with EH&S: Ensure all tasks are conducted in accordance with defined Risk & COSHH assessments.
  • To have basic knowledge of corporate standards, site policies and procedures.

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV.

Please click the link below to apply or send an up to date CV to veronica@peglobal.net

***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in UK***