Position Title: Operations Assistant
This is an exciting new position for a motivated individual looking for a dynamic environment to grow and map their career in the biotechnology industry. You will join a passionate and innovative team dedicated to improving the accuracy of diagnostic tests.
Company Information
Apto-Gen’s mission is the improvement of DNA and RNA detection for more accurate diagnoses by bringing bespoke, high-quality molecular biology reagents to the healthcare and biotechnology markets.
Our market knowledge and technical expertise enable us to develop customised enzymes and reagents for direct integration into our customers’ test devices and assays to improve detection and identification of biological contaminants, genetic disorders, and infectious diseases. We identify with and operate to our customers’ quality systems and design requirements, to offer market-leading products.
Apto-Gen is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Role Overview
The role of Operations Assistant is to support the company operations, and involves carrying out operational, regulatory, and administrative duties. The position reports directly to the Associate Director of Operations.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the processing of customer orders according to documented procedures in an efficient and timely manner
- Assist in the shipping logistics of orders through physical preparation, customs preparation, and proactive shipment monitoring
- Monitor and manage stock by conducting regular inventory checks, and communicating reorder and manufacturing requirements
- Assist in the purchasing of raw materials and consumables including price comparison and negotiation with suppliers
- Assist in the preventative maintenance schedules and perform routine checks of equipment
- Assist with document and record keeping across our Quality Management System
- Ensure that good laboratory and warehouse housekeeping is maintained
- Assist in data entry and verification into ERP systems to support the integration of the system
- Support operations team with admin, technical documentation and order fulfilment
Requirements:
- BSc Degree or equivalent life-science qualification
- Confidence to work with different types of material (COSHH) and in laboratory-controlled areas
- Highly organised and self-motivated individual with good attention to detail
- Positive demeanour and a proactive approach to working with enthusiasm
- Proficient in managing tasks efficiently within tight deadlines
- Strong verbal and written communication and numeracy skills
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to adapt quickly to changes in task requirements
Desirable
- BSc Degree in a relevant life science discipline (e.g. biochemistry, molecular biology), or have equivalent life-science qualification
- Laboratory experience in the life science industry
- Experience of working within an ISO 9001 or 13485 environment
Please submit your CV and accompanying covering letter with your application. Please note, applications will be reviewed as received. The application deadline will be brought forward when a suitable candidate is accepted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,000.00-£29,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
