Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology

Microbiology Technician

Posted 1 day ago
Contract
Swindon, Wiltshire, UK
42103517

PE Global are currently recruiting for a QC Microbiology Technician for an initial 12 month contract role with a leading multinational pharma client based in Swindon.

Shift: Tuesday-Saturday 7-3pm or 8-4pm

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.