Formulation Technician
Hays - East Grinstead, South East
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About the roleAs a Formulation Technician, you will support the development and preparation of product formulations by following established procedures, performing laboratory tests, and documenting results accurately. You will operate and maintain equipment, assist in optimising formulas, and ensure all work meets quality and safety standards.Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap.Tell me more, tell me moreOur client is currently looking for a recruit in joining their current team, below are the job details for your reference.You can also ask our friendly recruitment team for any questions you may have about the role, between 09.00am till 17.00pm Monday to Friday.Work Schedule & ShiftsWe operate three rotating shifts within the time window of 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM.The shift patterns are as follows:Shift TimingsShift 1: 6:30 AM 3:45 PMShift 2: 9:45 AM 6:30 PMShift 3: Rotational within the 6:30 AM 6:30 PM operating hoursWork PatternYou will work 4 consecutive days, followed by 2 days off.You will receive 1.5 weekends off every 3 weeks, ensuring regular time for rest and personal commitments.Roles and Responsibilities:You will work within the production laboratory and asceptic dispensing room to produce SensititreTM antimicrobic susceptibility plates. You will ensure H&S and quality standards are always met. You will always work to ensure compliance with GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice); and ensure our SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) are followed. Preparation of antimicrobic solutions in accordance with relevant SOPs and in line with production paperwork - weighing, dissolution and dilution Set-up and monitoring of production dispensing pumps, to enable on time and quality production output - pouring, priming and weight checks.Manufacture of various necessary ancillary solutions ID media, buffers and excipients Compliance checks of laboratory equipment and instrumentation pipettes, balances and extractors Maintain and monitor raw material stock levels consumables, intermediates and equipment Support the laboratory by washing and autoclaving equipment pumps, glassware and other items Utilise computer software to process information SAP ERP, Microsoft Office and bespoke programs Further duties and responsibilities as required by the business and within the ability of the post holder. The must haves: Ideally educated to A-level standard in a scientific subjectCapable of following standard operating procedures and H&S guidelinesGood teamwork and communication skillsAble to organize and prioritise tasks under own initiativeAttention to detail when following procedures and keeping manual recordsAbility to perform complex manual tasks with dexterityComputer literacy would be beneficialLaboratory experience is an advantageExposure to a fast-paced highthroughput manufacturingtype environment would be valuableWhats in it for you? Our client loves to reward their people for doing a great job.This is a 12 Month Contract This role provides an onsite working access in East Grinstead - The Birches Unit 19 (Onsite)Rate: 12.65 per hour through PAYENext StepsOnce youve applied, one of our friendly recruitment consultants will give you a call and talk you through the screening process. xjdpvnf If your application is successful, youll be involved in a live virtual interview with one of our clients hiring managers to get to know you better.We look forward to speaking to you!
Created: 2026-02-05