Serum Processing Operator - (Job Ref: 25N/SRPO)
Randox Laboratories continues to develop disruptive innovations within the Diagnostics and Healthcare sector globally. We are proud to have been named the Number 1 company in Northern Ireland, for the second consecutive year in the “Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies 2024”. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have a career opportunity for a Serum Processing Operator within our Serum formulation team.
What does the Serum Formulation team do?
Randox is the 2nd largest manufacturer of Quality Control products globally. Diagnostic Laboratories are obliged to use these QC products to ensure the accuracy and precision of their processes and equipment used. Serum Formulation is one of the most important teams within Randox and it plays an essential role in the manufacturing process. This team is responsible for the formulation and filtration of a growing number of serum- based control products.
Location: Randox Science Park (30 Randalstown Road, Antrim, BT41 4LF).
Contract Offered: Full-time, Permanent
Working Hours / Shifts: 40 hours per week, 6am to 4.40pm, Monday to Friday. Flexibility may be required.
What does this role involve?
This role is responsible for defibrination, dialysis, filtration and concentration of serum used in the manufacturing of quality controls. This is a varied role that will require you to develop an equally varied skill set including:
1. Following SOPS throughout the manufacturing process.
2. Receipt and storage of plasma and serum from external suppliers.
3. Production of buffers and solutions used in manufacturing processes.
4. Accurate recording of data on records for all manufacturing tasks.
5. The ordering of materials, parts and equipment used within the department.
6. Calibration of equipment used within the department.
7. Monitoring of the water purification system and basic troubleshooting. Notification of any faults or issues to water treatment company.
8. Oversee the sampling of water, air and swabs within the department and organization of cleaning in response to failures.
9. Movement of serum and plasma bags within freezer areas to ensure available space is being used efficiently.
Who can apply?
Essential criteria:
1. Qualified to at least degree level in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Immunology or a life science subject, or have at least 1 year of experience within a manufacturing environment.
2. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
3. Excellent organisational skills.
4. Strong numerical skills.
Desirable:
1. Previous experience in a laboratory environment.
2. Working knowledge of Health and Safety, including CoSHH.
3. Full UK driving license.
How do I apply?
Click Apply on the site of this advertisement. You will then submit your CV to Randox for review. This advert may be open for as long as 30 days, although we may close the advert early, if we receive sufficient applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr