Pharmaceutical Operator Apprenticeship EVOTEC (UK) LTD

We have an exciting opportunity available for a Pharmaceutical Operator on our pilot plant. You will gain practical experience working on reactor vessels while studying for a foundation degree in Applied Chemical Science. For this role, you will work as part of a shift team on our pilot plant. This varied role involves many different duties.

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Closing date: 30 Sep 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £28,196.00

    £28,196 pa (including shift allowance Holiday Entitlement - 22 shifts

  • Working week

    Shift pattern composed of blocks of 4 or 5 shifts (2 days/2 nights or 2 days/3 nights or 3 days/2 nights) followed by 4 or 5 days off. Shifts are 12 hours long (7am to 7pm or 7pm to 7am). 42 hours per week on average however this will vary.

    Total hours per week: 42

    (the hours are based on the candidate being over 18)

  • Expected duration

    3 Years

  • Possible start date

    30 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    06 Sep 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Higher
    Level 5 (Higher national Diploma)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000195378

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

For this role, you will work as part of a shift team on our pilot plant. This varied role involves many different duties, including:

1. Operating the pilot plant reactors and ancillary equipment following current procedures, obtaining advice from superiors if necessary

2. Perform routine maintenance and re-configure reaction vessels and ancillary equipment

3. Prepare and analyse samples using a variety of analytical techniques (including HPLC, NMR, KF, LOD)

4. Ensure that plant safety is maintained and safety regulations are adhered to

5. Manage your own workload such that the production schedule is maintained and deadlines are met

6. Maintain high standards of quality, ensuring that manufacturing and documentation are compliant with cGMP and operating procedures are followed

7. Identify and suggest areas where improvements can be made and participate in project schemes to support continuous improvement

8. Identify your own training requirements, participate fully and diligently in all training schemes and maintain your training record to the required standard

9. Ensure production areas are clean, tidy and well-maintained

10. Complete and review documentation promptly and accurately

11. Perform and record environmental monitoring as required

12. Maintain full familiarity with core plant services. Identify and report problems to the appropriate people in a timely manner

13. Communicate effectively within the team

14. Contribute to shift handovers

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • Technician Scientist Apprenticeship Standard 
  • FdSc in Applied Chemistry 
  • One day per week remote study
  • Two summer schools which are one week long on campus learning 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, candidates will be able to apply for further positions.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Number skills, Team working, Written communication, Motivated, Time management

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C) Essential
A Level or equivalent Chemistry (Grade C) Essential

Things to consider

Please be aware this role involves shift working. Shift pattern composed of blocks of 4 or 5 shifts (2 days/2 nights or 2 days/3 nights or 3 days/2 nights) followed by 4 or 5 days off. Shifts are 12 hours long (7am to 7pm or 7pm to 7am). Please ensure you check out travel options to be able to commute to the workplace. See the following website: http//www.transportdirect.info

About the employer

Aptuit, an Evotec Company, is a pharmaceutical services provider that delivers early discovery to mid-phase drug development solutions by applying scientific excellence, outstanding service and a team of some of the foremost scientific professionals in the industry. These Drug Discovery and Development professionals offer proven experience in key therapeutic areas.

Employer

EVOTEC (UK) LTD

Address

112-114 INNOVATION DRIVE

MILTON PARK

MILTON

OX14 4RZ

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Training

Training provider

THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT

Apprenticeship standard

Technician scientist

Level 5 (Higher national Diploma)

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