Production Operator x3

At AliveDx, we empower diagnostic insights, transform patient care, and innovate for life. With over 30-years in in-vitro diagnostics, we put the health of patients first by creating innovative solutions designed for faster diagnostic results. Alba–– our blood bank reagents portfolio–– and MosaiQ®–– one of the first multiplexing and multimodality automated testing platforms––are designed to make labs more efficient and clinical decision-making more effective. Our journey started as Alba Bioscience, and later, Quotient. Today, as AliveDx, we innovate for life.

PRODUCTION OPERATOR 

AliveDx are recruiting for 3 Production Operators to join our Manufacturing Department based at our site near Penicuik (EH26 0BF). The purpose of these roles is to support the manufacture of high-quality diagnostic products in line with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). All roles are  full-time, permanent working 37.5 hours per week Monday - Friday, with 2 of the available positions required to work on a three weekly rotating shift pattern of 0600-1400, 0900-1700 & 1400-2200 where an additional shift allowance is payable.

YOUR MISSION

The main responsibilities will include:

• Ensure products are manufactured in line with TROPOS/Standard Operating Proceduress.

• Maintain accurate and legible records to ensure relevant laboratory documentation is kept in a satisfactory condition.

• Maintain equipment, in accordance with agreed procedures, ensuring equipment is operating correctly.

• Ensure manufacturing processes adhere to TROPOS/SOP. Processes may include:

  • Buffer/Reagent preparation,

  • filtration and filling of buffers/reagents to be progressed to a clean room environment,

  • adsorption of unwanted antibodies,

  • conversion of plasma donations to serum,

  • the concentration, potentiation, dilution and / or formulation of monoclonal antibodies,

  • check and maintain liquid nitrogen storage area and stocks,

  • ensure sufficient consumables are available for scheduled fills,

  • ensure labels are printed and available for scheduled fills,

  • ensure relevant material is filtered according to procedures and in time for scheduled fills,

  • label and pack product to meet relevant specifications according to schedule.

• Participate in continuous training and assessment in accordance with personal development plan.

• Physcially demaning role with routine manual handling of up to 20 litres/kgs.

• Conduct all duties in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Good Documentation Practice (GDP) and appropriate regulatory requirements.

YOUR COMPETENCIES 

• Standard Grade or equivalent in English and Mathematics

• Experiance in similar industry or lab based enviroment is desirable

• Excellent communication, attention to detail and IT skills

• Experience of working in a fast paced, team-working environment

• Fluent spoken and written English

• Experience within a GMP laboratory environment desirable

• Should ideally be available to work occasional weekend overtime when required

WHAT WE OFFER

• We are a Living Wage Foundation accredited employer with a shift allowance available where applicable.

• Full training will be provided.

• A highly dynamic and growing environment.

• An opportunity to live your passion for intrapreneurial mindset, where cultivating innovation and customer centricity are at the heart of everything we do.

• A flexible working environment where applicable and a range of core and flexible benefits ranging from private medical cover, life assurance, additional annual leave, cycle to work, technology, experience days and access to marketplace discounts.