Job Description

We are looking to appoint a QC Technician II (Microbiology) to join the QC department on a full-time basis in Maidstone, Kent.

You will perform inspections, checks testing and sampling procedures for product manufacturing processes. You will carry out sampling and testing of incoming components and raw materials to ensure that company standards are met. You will draft procedures and assist with validating or troubleshooting testing methods, including assays.

To be successful in this role, you will be a skilled specialist, who can complete tasks in a resourceful and effective way. You will have a high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years related experience. You will be diligent with a meticulous approach to all tasks, with a keen eye for detail. You will determine methods and procedures on new assignments.

In addition, you will:

Perform an array of microbiological environmental sampling, such as active air, passive air, surface bioburden and non-viable particulate monitoring

Perform microbiological sampling and testing of site utilities such as purified water, compressed gases and pure steam

Perform microbial testing, including but not limited to, bioburden assessment using filtration; detection of endotoxin; basic identification of microorganisms; media growth promotion, etc.

Understands the principles of aseptic technique and contamination control

Work in a variety of business units, such as the QC Microbiology laboratory, production environments, and GMP cleanrooms

Keep accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work in accordance with company procedures; completion of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) testing paperwork to a high specification in line with ALCOA (Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original and Accurate) expectations

Ensure equipment, instruments, and facilities within the laboratory are calibrated, and kept serviceable

If this sounds like you, please apply for immediate consideration.

At Sekisui Diagnostics, we help improve patient outcomes by doing what we've always done - focusing on innovating and developing highly accurate diagnostics tests, reagents and systems. In recent years, social and consumer needs for medical care have been diversifying in line with dramatic transformations in the global medical environment. We will continue to embrace change and challenge new frontiers so that we can create unique, high-quality products and services that will leave our customers truly satisfied. With worldwide state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and an international sales and distribution network, we are a solid partner for healthcare professionals, distributors, and manufacturers around the world. Our global capabilities allow us to meet the specific needs of our wide range of customers - and customize solutions at both a regional and product level.

Sekisui Diagnostics offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Equal Opportunities

As an equal opportunity employer, Sekisui Diagnostics is committed to a diverse workforce. Employment decisions will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable country and local laws. It is also Sekisui Diagnostics policy to comply with all applicable country and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sekisui Diagnostics is pleased to consider all qualified applicants for open roles and encourages candidates to apply online. Only those candidates who are selected for further consideration or interviews will be contacted by a member of the company's internal recruiting team.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 27,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person