Laboratory Maintenance Technician (FMD)

Location: Site location: Charter Way Silk Road Business Park Macclesfield SK10 2NA. Company: Avantor Services

Working hours: Monday to Friday. 7:00am 3:00pm or 8:00am 4:00pm

The Role:

As a Chemistry Support Specialist you will provide first-line technical support for chemistry equipment including bespoke systems. You will work closely with scientists and service providers to ensure laboratory equipment operates safely efficiently and in line with Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

Key Responsibilities

Maintain troubleshoot and repair:

o Glass jacketed reactors

o Heater/chiller circulators

o Pipework and fittings

o Rotavaps and vacuum pumps

Handle gas cylinders lecture bottles regulators and specialty gases safely

Diagnose equipment issues and implement effective solutions

Ensure lab equipment is fit for purpose through planned maintenance schedules

Manage stock levels of consumables and spare parts

Perform equipment performance checks and act as a superuser where required

Collaborate with internal/external service providers and laboratory scientists

Develop SOPs quick-reference guides and risk assessments

Contribute to continuous improvement efficiency gains and cost-saving initiatives

Train and support colleagues where needed

Qualifications & Experience

Experience working in a laboratory or similar technical environment

Strong mechanical or engineering knowledge (essential)

Knowledge & Expertise

Good understanding of laboratory processes and safety standards

Familiarity with:

o SOPs SLAs and KPIs

o Pressure systems and material compatibility

o GLP / GMP (desirable)

Knowledge of laboratory plumbing (e.g. Swagelok) is advantageous (training provided)

Skills

Competent with workshop tools and hands-on technical tasks

Strong problem-solving ability with a logical approach

Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Teams Word Excel)

Good planning organisational and time management skills

Ability to manage workload independently in line with SLAs

Personal Attributes

Customer-focused with a collaborative mindset

Self-motivated and accountable

Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities

Mechanically minded with a proactive approach to problem-solving

Committed to high standards continuous improvement and excellence

Positive respectful team player with strong influencing skills

Why Join Avantor

At Avantor youll be part of a team that plays a vital role in supporting groundbreaking pharmaceutical research. We offer a collaborative environment opportunities to grow your technical expertise and the chance to make a meaningful impact every day.

Interested Apply now to become part of a team driving innovation in cutting-edge laboratory environments.

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Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14000 associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes peoples lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his moms voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

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