QC Laboratory Technician

Kindeva is passionate about helping you realize the full potential of your career. We have the vision to see what’s possible, the expertise to make it happen and the agility to overcome any challenge along the way.

Kindeva is navigating a period of dynamic change and growth. We are looking for a talented QC Laboratory Technician to join our team.

Summary of Position

Rotating between Kindeva’s Investigations Team and Analytical Team, this role will be responsible for the testing of pharmaceutical raw materials (including components), intermediates and finished products for batch release, stability, development studies and customer complaints in line with site procedures.  The employee would represent the department as required to include external customers and regulators.  

Other responsibilities are included in the employee review process along with other tasks that may be deemed appropriate by supervision.

Job Responsibilities
Safety: 

• Knowledge and application of current safety regulations (e.g., CoSHH) as applicable to laboratory functions

GMP: 

• Follow the 10 rules of GMP
• Work to appropriate laboratory systems, standards and procedures, e.g., data recording, labelling, investigation and calibration procedures. Complete analytical documentation including the input of results onto the LIMS system.
• Awareness of current regulatory standards as applicable to laboratory functions.
• Maintain good laboratory housekeeping.
• Maintain GMP / GLP standards and principles within the laboratory area.

Analytical Testing: 

• Perform analytical testing using methods where training has been received with minimal avoidable errors in order to meet scheduled timelines.
• Perform new test methods and techniques once full training has been received.
• Complete preliminary investigations with minimum support. Complete full-scale investigations with support.
• Review and issue GMP documentation where full training has been received.

Product, Equipment & Process Knowledge:

• Have a basic knowledge of pharmaceutical products and testing.
• Develop an understanding of the tests carried out and their impact on the products / materials worked on.
• Responsible for the maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment.

Continuous Improvement: 

• Support continuous improvement activities within own group.
• Participate as a team member for Group CI projects as appropriate.

Time Management: 

• Develop a basic understanding of the resources required to perform laboratory-based activities.

Skills & Experience

• Ideally have worked with GLP, GMP, Specifications and Test Methods
• Ideally have 1 year of experience of testing within the Pharmaceutical Laboratory
• Ideally have hands on experience of HPLC, and UV techniques
• Ideally have knowledge of pharmaceutical testing requirements, testing equipment and current Analytical techniques.

What we will give to you:

• Attractive compensation package
• Company pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
  25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays) plus service days after 5 years
• Company sick pay
• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential helpline support for employee and immediate family
  Life assurance of four times life cover salary
• Wellness programmes
• Employee recognition program
• Employee development
• Free on-site parking
• Discount and cashback at many retailers
• Cycle to work scheme
• Flu vaccinations
• Employee referral scheme

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