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Sample Preparation Assistant - job post

i2 Analytical Ltd
3.0 out of 5 stars
Watford WD18 8YS
Permanent, Full-time

Job details

Job type

  • Permanent
  • Full-time

Location

Watford WD18 8YS

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

  • Sick pay
  • Company pension
  • Enhanced maternity leave
  • Enhanced paternity leave
  • On-site parking

Full job description

Job Summary:

To carry out various sample preparation duties as instructed by the Section Head or a senior member of the sample preparation staff.

Role Accountabilities and Main Duties:

  • Log all samples arriving on site.
  • Prepare samples for laboratory testing.
  • Ensure that all audit actions that arise in your area of work are actioned within the time frame laid out by the Quality Manager.
  • If audit actions cannot be actioned within the time frame, this must be reported to the Section Head and the Quality Manager.
  • Ensure that all work areas are kept clean and tidy.
  • Ensure that all waste products within the sample preparation department are disposed of in the correct manner, ensuring adherence to Good Laboratory Practice.
  • Disposal and storage of samples as directed.

Health and Safety:

  • To ensure that all laboratory works are carried out to the standards laid out in the Quality Manual and Health & Safety Manual.
  • To take responsibility for your own Health & Safety whilst working within the sample preparation department.
  • To report any bad practises that you may witness to your supervisor or Quality Manager.

Training:

  • To ensure your own training records are kept up-to-date.
  • If you wish to attend any training courses, to obtain details of the course, and to speak to your Supervisor. Only training courses relevant to your work will be considered.
  • If you are asked to carry out a training session with a junior member of staff, you must ensure that you carry out the training under the direction of the Quality Manual, and Section Head

These duties are by no means exhaustive and should not be interpreted as a complete definition of the role.

Person Specification:

  • Efficient and able to work to deadline.
  • Close attention to detail and an understanding of operating within a quality system.
  • Able to work under pressure.
  • Able to operate as part of a team as well as independently.
  • Good written and verbal communication.
  • Reliable with excellent time-keeping.
  • Strong prioritisation and organisational skills.
  • Positive attitude towards change.
  • Some heavy lifting required.

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Enhanced maternity leave
  • Enhanced paternity leave
  • On-site parking
  • Sick pay

Work Location: In person

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