Operations Technician

A great opportunity to join a market-leading life sciences firm. No prior experience is necessary as full training will be provided. We are looking to recruit several Operations technicians in the Inverness area on a full-time ongoing temporary basis. You will work 12-hour shifts 7 to 7, on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, alternating between day shift on one rotation and then night shift the next.

Your new company

With a vision to create a world without limits for people with diabetes, LifeScan is a world leader in blood glucose monitoring - globally, more than 20 million people depend on OneTouch brand products to help them manage their diabetes. For over 35 years, LifeScan has had an unwavering commitment to improving the quality of life for people with diabetes by developing products defined by simplicity, accuracy, and trust. The business has worldwide hubs in Malvern, USA (Pennsylvania), Inverness, UK, and ZUG, Switzerland. You will be working as a Laboratory Technician on a temporary assignment for approximately 4 months with the possibility of being extended thereafter, based in Inverness. LifeScan is a diverse and welcoming company that offers a whole host of opportunities and a great company to 'get your foot in the door' to develop your career further.

Your new role
As an Operations Technician, you will work as part of a team to use equipment for assembly and processing tasks producing LifeScan's glucose monitoring products. You will assist with setting up equipment, quality control inspections and cleaning of the equipment as required. You will play a key role in the organisation notifying your supervisor of any maintenance or repairs needed on equipment and helping to ensure production targets are met. This will include preparing accurate records/documentation of the work in progress.
What you'll need to succeed
No prior experience is necessary as full training will be provided.
For this role, you will be able to communicate and accurately convey information both verbal and written. You will have the ability to build sound technical knowledge of assigned processes and accurately absorb and follow technical instructions. You will take personal responsibility and accountability as required to maintain the process EHS, Quality, Yield and Throughput. You will be able to adhere to departmental and company GMP guidelines and operating procedures. You will have the ability to work in a team setting, contributing to both your team, and the organisation's success.

What you'll get in return
This is a great opportunity to work for a global company, where you will earn a competitive rate of pay and can have a direct impact on product delivery. You will be paid weekly via Hays as a PAYE worker. This role is a temporary contract for approximately 3 months. There is the possibility of an extension depending on business needs.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, or you know someone who may be, please forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Jess:

Kind regards,

Jessica Keiro
Recruitment Partner
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