Formulation Technician

LGC Clinical Diagnostics, Inc. is owned by LGC Group, a UK-headquartered life sciences measurement and testing business with >$510m of annual revenue and >3,500 employees globally.

LGC Clinical Diagnostics Business Unit is comprised of our operating entities including LGC Clinical Diagnostics, Inc. (f/k/a Maine Standards Company & SeraCare Life Sciences), Technopath Clinical Diagnostics, the Native Antigen Company, API & Thistle QA. Our 400+ employees operate FDA- registered and ISO 13485-accredited facilities in Maine (USA), Massachusetts (USA), Maryland (USA), Tipperary (Ireland), an ISO 9001-accredited facility in Oxford, UK and ISO 17043 facilities in Michigan (USA) and Johannesburg, South Africa.

We are committed to improving patient healthcare by offering products and services that support accurate and reliable diagnostic results.

We are seeking a dedicated and ambitious Formulation Technician to join our world-class Research team in Tipperary, Ireland. This outstanding opportunity enables you to contribute to ground breaking projects in a collaborative and inclusive environment where your skills and ideas are valued.

Responsibilities

As a Formulation Technician, you will play a crucial role in our research initiatives. Your duties will include:

• Supporting the formulation of Multichem Base components
• Progressing allocated projects to conclusion within designated timeframes
• Daily cleaning and maintenance of production equipment
• Ensuring all work aligns with ISO 13485, GMP, and the Technopath Quality Management System standards
• Generating improvement ideas and reporting near misses
• Assisting in measuring, monitoring, and controlling key parameters that drive team performance in critical metrics, as agreed with Production Managers
• Maintaining audit standards on an ongoing basis
• Completing work to tight deadlines without compromising quality
• Achieving individual goals and targets
• Collaborating, communicating, and raising issues as needed
• Adhering strictly to site rules and procedures
• Performing other related duties as assigned by the manager
• Promoting a culture of excellence by ensuring all products meet defined quality standards and customer specifications

To be successful in this role, you must meet the following requirements:

• A relevant third-level qualification or equivalent 
• Proven ability to work within compliance frameworks
• Strong attention to detail and dedication to maintaining high standards
• Excellent time management skills to meet tight deadlines
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to generate and implement improvement ideas

Why Join Us?

At LGC Clinical Diagnostics, we offer an encouraging environment. You can develop your technical expertise, contribute to important work, and grow your career globally.

Benefits

• 25 days’ holiday
• Life assurance and health allowance
• Discounts with local and national retailers
• Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition schemes and monetary awards
• Great long-term career opportunities

Our Dedication

LGC promotes an environment of inclusion, cooperation, and respect. We believe that a variety of perspectives results in improved outcomes and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process – please inform us if you need any modifications.

Join us in advancing science and improving lives through diagnostic innovation!