Purification Shift Technician

THE POSITION 

As a Purification Shift Technician, you'll play a crucial role in the large-scale purification of antigens used in FMD and BTV vaccine production. You'll be working in a graded laboratory within the restricted area of our production plant in Pirbright, adhering to the highest standards of UK and Boehringer Ingelheim’s HSE, GMP, and bio-security regulations. This role requires flexibility, including weekend shift cover, and collaboration across departments.

This is a fully site based role in Pirbright. 

TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES 

•    Manufacture purified antigens for FMD and BTV vaccines efficiently and cost-effectively, meeting all HSE, GMP, and biosecurity standards
•    Operate and maintain process plant equipment according to standard operating procedures
•    Conduct laboratory tests throughout the production process, recording findings accurately
•    Document deviations and investigations, liaising with QA as needed
•    Perform aseptic manipulations of products
•    Monitor and record data from process plant instrumentation and laboratory equipment, taking remedial action when necessary
•    Collaborate with shift technicians to ensure smooth transitions between shifts
•    Provide shift cover, including weekends, when other technicians are unavailable
•    Maintain a clean and organized laboratory, participating in the cleaning rota
•    Engage fully with CI and PSQDC processes

REQUIREMENTS 

•    Experience in pharmaceutical production
•    Strong IT skills
•    Ability to work autonomously, safely, and methodically
•    Experience with industrial-scale manufacturing under a quality system
•    Excellent interpersonal skills
•    Results-focused with flexibility to adapt to change
•    Problem-solving mindset
•    Multitasking and cross-functional capabilities

WHY THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK 

Boehringer Ingelheim has been recognised 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