Production Chemist

Job description

We are recruiting for a Production Chemist to join our healthcare diagnostics team. The role is based at our well-established and modern manufacturing and distribution facility based at Llanberis, Wales. The facility, based in the Snowdonia National Park, manufactures and distributes reagents used in hospitals worldwide to aid the diagnosis of medical conditions. Further informationabout our site at Llanberis can be found here - http://viewer.zmags.com/publication/f1fdf2f8

What are the responsibilities?

· Plan, organise and perform simultaneous formulation of solutions such that products are supplied in the correct quantity and on time.
· Manufacture to defined specifications following defined procedures and completing all documentation accurately to produce products of high quality.
· Preparation of pilot solutions including raw material tittering, conformance and investigative samples to assist in the continued supply of products.
· To competently and safely operate, maintain, clean and calibrate equipment / machinery / areas used in the manufacturing process.
· Maintenance of stocks and stock records through timely computer transactions.
· Handling of hazardous biological and chemical materials safely.
· Use all company equipment supplied in a safe and efficient manner and keep the equipment in good order at all times.
· Communicate effectively both verbally and written within the team, departments and line management.
· To effectively participate in Quality Improvement projects with the aim of collectively or individually achieving measurable improvements in performance.
· Play an effective role in any projects in which you are involved and perform other duties consistent with your position as may be required by the Company.
· To comply with all Health and Safety policies and procedures at all times and to highlight any real or potential Health and Safety to Management in a timely manner.
· To comply with documented Quality and Environmental System requirements at all times.To highlight any real or potential compliance issues to Management in a timely manner.
· To maintain the highest possible standards of housekeeping at all times.
· To ensure that all documentation is completed to the required quality standards and in a timely manner including performing calculations and calculation checks.

What do I need to qualify for this role?

· Basic scientific understanding and the ability to perform calculations
· An understanding of a manufacturing environment
· Previous laboratory experience is advantageous
· Strong communication skills
· The ability to work in a team
· IT literate
· The ability to work to deadlines
· The ability to maintain confidentiality

With 48,000 employees Siemens Healthineers is one of the world’s largest suppliers of technology to the healthcare industry and a leader in medical imaging, laboratory diagnostics and healthcare IT. All supported by a comprehensive portfolio of clinical consulting, training, and services available across the globe and tailored to customers’ needs. So that more people can have a life that is longer, richer, and more filled with happiness.

Siemens provides innovative solutions to help tackle the UK’s major challenges. Siemens has a significant presence throughout the UK, with 13 manufacturing sites and more than 25 major offices. Today the company employs over 13,760 people in the UK, including about 5,000 in the manufacturing sector. Last year’s revenues were £3.36 billion. Electrification, automation and digitalization are the long-term growth fields of Siemens. In order to take full advantage of the market potential in these fields, our businesses are bundled into nine divisions and healthcare as a separately managed business.

Siemens offers a comprehensive reward package which includes a competitive basic salary, bonus scheme, generous holiday allowance and pension. Through our flexible benefits scheme you can select benefits that best suit your lifestyle, including private healthcare.

How do I apply?

We are looking forward to receiving your online application. Please ensure you complete all areas, of the application form, to the best of your ability as we will use this data to review your suitability for the role.

What else do I need to know?

Siemens is dedicated to quality, equality, and valuing diversity, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities within which we work.

If you are successful in your application you will receive a new contract detailing the standard terms, conditions and benefits associated with this role. Please note that this may impact any existing entitlements to legacy terms.