Job Description

Job title: Senior R&D Technician


Department: R&D


Location: Chandlers Ford Eastleigh


Working hours: Monday - Friday 37.5 hours per week - Onsite role

THIS ROLE IS OPEN TO INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY. IF YOU ARE APPLYING INTERNALLY, PLEASE INFORM YOUR MANAGER OF YOUR INTENT TO APPLY

A brighter future awaits you

CooperVision is one of the world's leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses with a presence in over 100 countries. Being part of CooperVision means helping improve the way people see each day. It's more than making contact lenses, it's about giving lens wearers freedom and confidence to move about their daily lives. We're all about bright futures - for our people and those who wear our contact lenses.


R&D is the centre of all lens design, material and process development within CooperVision leading to the creation of new product and process opportunities for the business.

Job summary - What to expect:

As a Senior R&D Technician you will be working within the UK R&D Pilot Line Operations team supporting product and process design and development activities. This person will be involved with the planning, manufacture and testing of contact lens products to support Concept Feasibility and Design Control activities. You will support timely and compliant release and shipment of samples to internal and external sites globally.


The role involves a combination of hands on equipment usage and product fabrication along with the preparation of supporting documentation, quality compliance and the gathering, presentation and analysis of data.

Essential responsibilities:

Devise and lead trials using various pieces of contact lens manufacturing or fabrication equipment and materials Organise work load and process flow to ensure timely and compliant delivery, including liaison with project leads etc Manufacture contact lenses for clinical evaluation Use metrology equipment to measure and analyse contact lenses Lead the release and shipment of product for invitro and clinical studies Writing of trial protocols and validations. Executing Installation and Operational qualification testing. Recording and presenting data accurately, including concise presentation to R&D colleagues and leaders Analysing data and drawing objective conclusions Writing documentation to support regulatory compliance, work instructions or SOP's for example Support manufacturing by providing lens processing resource or specialist techniques or methods To assist with the introduction of new equipment and products to production including initial set-up and assistance during the development phase. To co-operate with other departments during projects to ensure the project goals are achieved. Accuracy of data, reliability of data and clear written presentation Support Maintenance Engineer with maintenance and upkeep of production equipment Investigating quality issues and pushing continuous improvements

A full job description is available upon request.

About you:

We are looking for someone with the following experience:


Proven experience within a high or medium volume manufacturing environment as a Process Technician / Operator level. Contact Lens manufacturing, testing and inspection procedures would be desirable Good level of Administrative capabilities Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices Computer literacy

It would be advantageous if you have manufacturing knowledge in the following areas:


Mould metrology State of the art Metrology QC2 measurement Lens sectioning Focimetry Lens Inspection Injection Moulding Demoulding techniques Extraction and Hydration techniques Blister sealing techniques Sterilisation techniques

What we offer:

You'll receive competitive compensation and a fantastic benefits package including; 25 days holiday, 10% bonus, pension scheme, healthcare cover, life assurance, access to our Wellness Platform to support you in mental health and wellbeing, a discounted contact lens scheme and much more!


We are committed to our employees' personal and professional development and offer extensive training to support your career growth and help every individual to reach their full potential. To help us achieve our goals, we'll give you everything you need to help you achieve yours.


We also provide access to LinkedIn Learning to help you develop in you career and grow with CooperVision

If you like what you see, take the first step towards your Brighter Future and apply today! All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal consideration and opportunities from CooperVision.

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CooperVision is a global leader in the contact lens industry, dedicated to helping improve the way people see every day. Achieving that goal takes the collaboration of team members with wide-ranging skills; from scientists and researchers, to manufacturing and operations experts, to sales and marketing professionals.




At CooperVision, our effort to improve lives begins with our employees. We are committed to developing people as a key global differentiator and our most important asset. We empower employees to succeed, rewarding great thinking and hard work with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and with a special focus on wellness. Our commitment to our core values and an employee-centric culture fuel a deeply engaged, high performing organization.




CooperVision employees pride themselves on being proactive, innovative, flexible and friendly. That's a strong reflection of our corporate culture--and part of the reason CooperVision may be a great workplace for you.



Job title: Senior R&D Technician Department: R&D Location: Chandlers Ford Eastleigh Working hours: Monday - Friday 37.5 hours per week - Onsite role





CooperVision is a global leader in the contact lens industry, dedicated to helping improve the way people see every day. Achieving that goal takes the collaboration of team members with wide-ranging skills; from scientists and researchers, to manufacturing and operations experts, to sales and marketing professionals.




At CooperVision, our effort to improve lives begins with our employees. We are committed to developing people as a key global differentiator and our most important asset. We empower employees to succeed, rewarding great thinking and hard work with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and with a special focus on wellness. Our commitment to our core values and an employee-centric culture fuel a deeply engaged, high performing organization.




CooperVision employees pride themselves on being proactive, innovative, flexible and friendly. That's a strong reflection of our corporate culture--and part of the reason CooperVision may be a great workplace for you.