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 & RESPONSIBILITI
ES• Manufacture purified antigens for FMD and BTV vaccines efficiently and cost-effectively, meeting all HSE, GMP, and biosecurity standar
ds• Operate and maintain process plant equipment according to standard operating procedur
es• Conduct laboratory tests throughout the production process, recording findings accurate
ly• Document deviations and investigations, liaising with QA as need
ed• Perform aseptic manipulations of produc
ts• Monitor and record data from process plant instrumentation and laboratory equipment, taking remedial action when necessa
ry• Collaborate with shift technicians to ensure smooth transitions between shif
ts• Provide shift cover, including weekends, when other technicians are unavailab
le• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory, participating in the cleaning ro
ta• Engage fully with CI and PSQDC process
es
REQUIREME
NTS• Experience in pharmaceutical product
ion• Strong IT ski
lls• Ability to work autonomously, safely, and methodica
lly• Experience with industrial-scale manufacturing under a quality sys
tem• Excellent interpersonal ski
lls• Results-focused with flexibility to adapt to cha
nge• Problem-solving mind
set• Multitasking and cross-functional capabilit
ies
WHY THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO
WORKBoehringer 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
Our C
ompanyAt Boehringer Ingelheim we develop breakthrough therapies that improve the lives of both humans and animals. Founded in 1885 and family-owned ever since, Boehringer Ingelheim takes a long-term perspective. Now, we are powered by 52,000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture. We believe that if we have talented and ambitious people who are passionate about innovation, there is no limit to what we can ac
hieve.
Why Boehringer Ing
elheim?With us, you can grow, collaborate, innovate and improve
lives.We offer challenging work in a respectful and friendly global working environment surrounded by a world of innovation driven mindsets and practices. In addition, learning and development for all employees is key, because your growth is our
growth.
Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment, which benefits our employees, patients and comm
unities.Want to learn more? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingel
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