lab assistant Compton, East Sussex, South East England, England
Job description
We take great pride in our vast range of chemical and biochemical products, and our high standards are maintained through great people, who share our values, and want to do the very best job possible, every day.
We acknowledge the important part our team members, who are based over three continents with manufacturing laboratories in Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Slovakia and China, and distribution centres in the United States, play, in our continued success.
Main Purpose of the Job
To support laboratory staff by maintaining consumable and solvent stock, chemical inventory, glassware, equipment, logs, and record books as well as troubleshooting and resolving problems and helping with special projects.
Role and Responsibilities
- Chemical inventory management (SAP) including booking in / out and stock checking.
- Maintain smooth operation of the laboratories by clearing away clean glassware, restocking consumables, replenishing hand towels etc.
- Managing stock of, and ordering of, consumable items and solvents.
- Carry out the lab cleaning and ensure that work areas are clean and tidy.
- Waste disposal – chemical, recycling and general.
- Reviewing invoices on Mfiles.
- Liaising with other departments (Quality, Warehouse, POP) regarding orders and deliveries.
- Regular lab checks of airflow, balances, eye wash and emergency shower including record keeping.
- Keep equipment operating by following standard operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance and calling for repairs.
Requirements
- This is a great role for someone with previous experience of working in a manual job such as warehouse worker or bar work
- This role does not require a scientific qualification as it is not an R&D position
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Good attention to detail
- Self-motivated, well organised and pro-active learner.
- Flexible and reliable .
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- A good understanding of laboratory housekeeping and safety practices
- Own transport required due to location
Benefits
Biosynth offers a range of benefits including:
- Competitive salary with annual salary reviews and annual discretionary performance bonuses.
- Career progression opportunities within our rapidly expanding company.
- Flexible working hours.
- 33 days of holiday (including bank holidays).
- Pension contributions.
- Health cashback plan.
- Discount platform.
- Life Assurance.
- Enhanced Maternity/Paternity leave package.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
About us
Biosynth® is an innovative life sciences reagents, custom synthesis and manufacturing services company headquartered in Staad, Switzerland. We are by scientists, for scientists, securing supply chains with consistent quality, across the globe. As a trusted supplier, manufacturer and partner to the pharmaceutical, life science and diagnostic industries, as well as food, agrochemical and cosmetic customers, we have facilities on three continents and a rapid global distribution network. Our main production laboratories are located in Switzerland, the UK, Slovakia and China, with peptide and antibody production in the US, the Netherlands. Enzyme projects are based in Austria and biological IVD reagents in Ireland.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £18,000.00-£22,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexitime
Schedule:
- Flexitime
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Compton, Berkshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
