Laboratory Sorting Technician (Night Shift) in Chester

Main Purpose of Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our production team on a permanent night shift. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for semen assessment, media preparation, operation of production flow cytometry sorters, and the processing and freezing of semen samples. You will play a key part in maintaining high standards of laboratory practice, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and supporting the effective operation and maintenance of laboratory and flow cytometry equipment.

This position offers a consistent Monday to Thursday night schedule (21:45pm - 06:15am), with a £2,000 shift premium in addition to the base salary.

Key Responsibilities:

• At all times fully comply with CBL H&S directives, SOPs and policies to allow good laboratory practice and full compliance with the Regulations and Industry Standards.
• Operate autonomously though the different operations under his/her responsibility, respecting CBL lab SOPs, sexed production planning and CBL lab production standards (details on following points below).
• Ensure the CBL lab GxP on the flow cytometers operation and the sorting lab working area are observed and maintained.
• Ensure the CBL Lab GxP on media preparation, processing of semen samples and the working area are observed and maintained.
• Perform and act on the different controls during the sort and the sorters operation, media preparation, processing of semen samples and correct/report any deviation to the line manager
• Maintain the workflow, manage the tasks, and take care of the instruments, equipment and tools linked to the role.
• Effective collaboration with the rest of the lab team sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues to ensure the department maximises production and meets the business aims.
• Complete other duties as required from time to time.

Essential Skills:

• Working to high personal standards and accuracy, with good troubleshooting and problemsolving aptitudes, and a methodical and organised approach.
• Confidence with IT interfaces and systems.
• Working well within a team but with the ability to work autonomously and take individual responsibility.
• Good technical abilities, and a willingness to understand the operation of general laboratory equipment and flow cytometry sorters.

Desirable Skills and Attributes:

The following attributes would be advantageous but not essential, as full training will be given:

• Previous experience working in a biologybased laboratory and basic laboratory skills.
• Previous knowledge and/or experience in the principles of flow cytometry.
• Previous experience with sperm and AI biology.
• Experience of a commercial production environment.

Enhanced Benefits:

• Annual leave entitlement starting at 23days plus bank holiday, increasing with length of service up to 28 days plus bank holidays
• Matched Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance (4 times basic salary)
• BUPA healthcare and Dental Plan
• Long Service Awards at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 30 years
• Enhanced Family Leave