Operations Support Technician

Our client, a global technology company, is currently recruiting for an Operations Support Technician. Based in Southampton, UK, working in a laboratory environment. Contract role with initial duration 3 months with the possibility of becoming a permanent position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Quality control testing of all raw materials, in process samples, finished products and returns.
• Shift coverage as part of the Operations Support Technicians shift team.
• Effectively communicate any QC failures to the interested parties on the site where required. Responsible for fault finding on problem batches; enabling the timely release of products to customers or recovery routes for non-conforming material.
• Be responsible for maintaining all QC records including information in the SAP database.
• Updating QC work instructions and procedures as required, including the development of new work procedures on introduction of new analytical tests / equipment.
• Assists as required during the introduction of new products into the plant, including creation and maintenance of recipe and specification data in SAP database and preliminary blending and testing prior to full scale manufacture. 
• Ensure all equipment is operating in good order and kept in calibration according to the required schedule.
• Understand all the relevant QHSE procedures for the company’s Plant site, and specifically the QC Laboratory.
• Be responsible for safety, making timely reports and observations as and when required.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree/HNC in science related qualification and previous experience in a laboratory.
• Practical understanding of laboratory equipment.
• Excellent communication, time management and prioritisation skills.
• Commitment to training to facilitate confidence in lone work when necessary.
• A flexible approach to working and ability to work with others team members and other departments to achieve objectives.
• Competent user of Microsoft packages (Excel, Word)
• Must have Right to Work in the UK as sponsorship is unavailable.