Media Technician

Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company seeks a Media Technician at their Pirbright facility to support upstream production of FMD and BTV antigens. This fixed-term role focuses on production operations, area management, and compliance with GMP standards. Candidates should have strong IT skills and be able to work methodically with minimal supervision. This position is onsite, requiring work five days per week and some weekend availability depending on operational requirements.

Qualifications

• Ability to work carefully, methodically, and with minimal supervision.
• Experience in a pharmaceutical or industrial-scale manufacturing environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out media and antigen production activities to maintain product integrity.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying production updates.
• Ensure compliance with GMP and HSE requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong IT skills

Good communication

Flexibility and adaptability

Job description

We are looking for a Media Technician to support production activities within our Pirbright manufacturing facility. This role plays a vital part in the upstream production of FMD and BTV antigens, helping ensure timely, compliant and high quality manufacturing processes.

This position is offered as a fixed term contract until 31st December 2027.

The role is onsite five days per week, with the potential for occasional weekend work depending on operational needs.

TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Production Operations
  • Carry out media and antigen production activities following defined procedures to maintain product integrity and quality.
  • Complete cleaning and sterilisation of vessels and process lines.
  • Participate in gowning qualifications and aseptic process simulations when required.
  • Print and verify product/LIMS labels in line with procedures.
  • Maintain accurate documentation, ensuring data integrity and correct material consumption
• Area Management
  • Support continuous improvement by identifying and implementing updates to production methods or equipment through the Change Control process.
  • Maintain stock accuracy, ensuring materials meet expiry and storage requirements.
  • Keep SOPs current and aligned with operational practices.
• GMP & Compliance
  • Support internal and external audits
  • Raise, manage and complete deviations, CAPAs and change controls.
  • Complete all documentation accurately and contemporaneously.
  • Ensure compliance with GMP, Biosafety and HSE requirements.

REQUIREMENTS

• Essential:
  • Ability to work carefully, methodically and with minimal supervision.
  • Strong IT skills.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Desirable:
  • Experience in a pharmaceutical or industrial-scale manufacturing environment under a quality system.