Laboratory Technician in Cwmbran

Nanopharm, an Aptar Pharma Company, is a world leading specialist contract research and development organization offering product development services for orally inhaled and nasal drug products (OINDPs). Nanopharm operates a fee-for-service model, helping its clients navigate the scientific, technical and regulatory challenges in developing nasal and respiratory drug products from discovery through to clinical investigations (‘IND’).

Its service offerings provide the most efficient path to success for its clients by providing an integrated product development service covering:

• Advanced materials characterization
• Analytical method development
• Formulation development and testing
• Inhaled biopharmaceutics

These early phase services aid successful product development by understanding how material properties and processing conditions influence product functionality and therefore reduce risks and expedite drug development timelines. Nanopharm’s proprietary technology and analytical platforms for advanced materials characterization, formulation & device development and in-silico modelling of in vivo behaviour, have provided Nanopharm a technical competitive edge, helping it become an international market leader.

We specialise in the development and testing of inhalable and nasal pharmaceutical products, collaborating closely with pharmaceutical companies to ensure product safety, efficacy, and regulatory compliance.

Job Details / Responsibilities:

Job descriptions cover approximately 85% of a role and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties. You are expected to carry out other activities that are within reasonable scope of the role.

Role Overview:

• Responsible for cleaning and replenishing all glassware.
• Organising and conducting replenishment of consumables, solvents, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Organisation and storage of all chemical substances according to safety instructions, updating stock list and replenishing where needed.
• Ensuring that generated waste is properly disposed of and managed (proper designation of waste e.g., chlorinated and non‑chlorinated).
• Conduct equipment calibration and planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
• Organising and conducting daily checks and verifications on critical equipment’s functionality (balances, humidity chambers, fridges/freezers, etc.).
• Completing relevant laboratory logbooks and making sure they are filled in correctly.
• Booking of samples, chemicals, columns and reference standards.
• Work diligently with all chemicals and solutions, ensuring correct storage and handling.
• Support the Laboratory Supervisor with the replacement/upgrade of laboratory equipment where required.
• Practice safe work habits, including complying with all safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations.
• Ensure excellent levels of housekeeping to ensure standards are maintained after the scientists have completed laboratory work.
• Ensure issues, problems or improvements with the use of the facilities is communicated to senior members of the team promptly.

Basics:

• Always promote Nanopharm & Aptar’s best interests by the positive and effective way you perform your duties modelling our Core Values and Rules of Leadership.
• Always comply and proactively engage with Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability policies, procedures and instructions to ensure the safety of you and your colleagues.
• Always comply and proactively engage with Quality policies, procedures and instructions to ensure we deliver quality work, data and reports.
• Read and understand all assigned Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) via the Quality Management System (QMS) in the timeframe specified.
• Maintain an up to date training record and submit to your line manager at least annually for review, making updates and amendments as necessary.
• Complete timesheets, expenses claims, objectives and appraisals in a timely manner as specified by Stakeholders and in line with the relevant company policies.
• Ensure confidential information pertaining to the company is not divulged to 3rd parties without the appropriate permission.
• Ensure use of IT equipment (e.g. phones, laptops, etc.) is in line with the appropriate Aptar policies.

EDUCATION, Experience & RELEVANT Skills:

Education & Qualification:

• Preferably a first degree in a science, pharmacy or relevant discipline of grade 2.1 or above could be advantageous but not essential.

Experience:

• Previous experience of working in a lab-based environment (can be previous work or academic experience).

Skills:

• Awareness of regulatory requirements e.g. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).
• Detail orientated person and highly organised.
• Confident working in a team and using own initiative.
• Proven flexibility in adjusting to a rapidly evolving workload and remaining calm under pressure.
• Displays adherence to and promotion of the company values at all times.
• Takes ownership for own personal development.

What we offer:

• An exciting, diverse and value based working environment.
• Award-winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus plan.
• Innovative benefits plan, which includes: medical, life, disability and wellness.

Aptar is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.