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Quotient Limited
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Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Engineer
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Company Description Quotient is a well-established bio-manufacturing organisation where we develop and manufacture high quality, high value, in vitro diagnostic, immunohaematology (blood banking) products which are sold to hospitals and blood banks around the world. We offer contract services to the bioscience industry and currently manufacture products for major global players in the Life Sciences sectors. Development and manufacturing capabilities include pilot and large-scale mammalian cell culture, polyclonal antibody formulation, liquid fill, and packaging. The company is poised for significant growth in this specialized field of medicine through the development and commercialisation of the next generation automated platform for transfusion diagnostics, MosaiQ. Quotient manufactures according to current Good Manufacturing Practice. With our facilities growing in Edinburgh, Switzerland and the US, now is an exciting time to join the company as we advance our product portfolio! Job Description Quotient are recruiting for an Engineer to join the Engineering and Facilities team based near Penicuik, EH26 0BF. The role is a full time, permanent position working flexible hours. The primary function is to provide engineering support to ensure that the manufacturing and facility equipment is calibrated, maintained, optimised and functioning to expected operating standards, resulting in reduced downtime, increased yield with optimum quality and throughput. Responsibilities include: * Performing all engineering tasks associated with laboratory, production and facilities equipment. * Ensuring that all work undertaken complies with Health & Safety legislation, SOP's, statutory/regulatory requirements and the principals of cGMP * Driving & owning continuous improvement projects by utilising Lean tools and principles to reduce waste and improve cost effectiveness, yield and equipment uptime. * Initiating developmental and improvement initiatives for equipment, staff and processes. * Managing visiting contractors ensuring that all works are completed safely and in full compliance with all regulatory requirements. Qualifications * Recognised Engineering qualification [Mechanical or Electrical] NC/HNC in Engineering. * Time served or modern apprentice to SVQ/NVQ level 3 or equivalent. * Health & Safety training / qualification. * Relevant experience working in a similar Engineering GMP medical advice / pharmaceutical environment would be advantageous. Additional Information * Permanent contract * Competitive salary on offer * Quotient offer a range of core and flexible benefits ranging from private medical cover, life assurance, cycle to work, technology, and restaurant discounts * The role requires a Full UK Driving License as well as occasional overtime and on-call rota participation * Closing date: 26th June 2020 Qualifications: Recognised Engineering qualification [Mechanical or Electrical] NC/HNC in Engineering. Time served or modern apprentice to SVQ/NVQ level 3 or equivalent. Health & Safety training / qualification. Relevant experience working in a similar Engineering GMP medical advice / pharmaceutical environment would be advantageous. Responsibilities: Quotient are recruiting for an Engineer to join the Engineering and Facilities team based near Penicuik, EH26 0BF. The role is a full time, permanent position working flexible hours. The primary function is to provide engineering support to ensure that the manufacturing and facility equipment is calibrated, maintained, optimised and functioning to expected operating standards, resulting in reduced downtime, increased yield with optimum quality and throughput. Responsibilities include: Performing all engineering tasks associated with laboratory, production and facilities equipment. Ensuring that all work undertaken complies with Health & Safety legislation, SOP's, statutory/regulatory requirements and the principals of cGMP Driving & owning continuous improvement projects by utilising Lean tools and principles to reduce waste and improve cost effectiveness, yield and equipment uptime. Initiating developmental and improvement initiatives for equipment, staff and processes. Managing visiting contractors ensuring that all works are completed safely and in full compliance with all regulatory requirements.