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Manufacturing Technician II

Randstad Construction & Property
Dartford Contract GBP 27,300 – 27,300
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Manufacturing Technician II
Location: Dartford, UK (Onsite)

Position Type: Full-Time, 3-Month Contract

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:00)

Pay Rate: £14 per hour (Equivalent to £27,573/annum)

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role
We are looking for a detail-oriented Manufacturing Technician II to join our laboratory production team in Dartford. In this onsite role, you will work within a manufacturing lab environment preparing buffers, reagents, and intermediates while ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.

This position offers full training, making it a great opportunity for individuals looking to build or expand a career in science and manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities
Production & Testing: Manufacture buffers, reagents, and intermediates, and conduct standard testing in line with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines.

Lab Operations: Perform daily housekeeping, equipment maintenance, and basic calibration tasks.

Documentation & Inventory: Maintain accurate records, log data according to site protocols, and perform inventory tasks including SAP transactions and weekly cycle counts.

Safety & Compliance: Follow all health and safety policies, read and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and report any quality or safety concerns.

Team Collaboration: Participate in daily team meetings, support manufacturing planning, and manage stock levels.

What We Are Looking For
Education: A-levels in a scientific field or equivalent practical experience is preferred.

Skills: Strong attention to detail, good organizational skills, and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.

Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively within a team.

Experience (Plus, but not required): Previous laboratory experience or familiarity with lab equipment is advantageous, but not essential as full training is provided.

Apply today!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

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