Lab Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a QC Lab Assistant to join our award winning Global, Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Company!
A day in the life of our QC Assistant
As a QC assistant here at Wockhardt you will be working Monday - Friday 8.15 am - 4.15 pm, carrying out general duties within the QC laboratory and office areas to help maintain efficient operations. You will be receiving & logging in samples & deliveries, checking stock levels of critical supplies & consumables and reordering where necessary. You will also assist with waste disposal and provide support to ensure the smooth running of the QC lab.
What we’re looking for:
You need to be computer literate, self-motivated and have the ability to work as part of a team. Experience of Excel and SAP would be advantageous but not mandatory.
What’s in it for you?
Wockhardt offer an abundance of employee benefits and perks including; A generous pension, death in service pay out, generous holiday allowance, salary sacrifice schemes, an online rewards hub, a sports and social club and on-going training to name but a few.
Where you will be working:
You will be working from our Wrexham site which is home to our MHRA approved sterile injectable manufacturing facility.
The site has been awarded the Investors in People Silver award for our dedication to investing in our employees, and a Bronze award from corporate health standards for promoting the health and well-being of our employees. A fantastic potential for personal growth, and a solid benefits package make us a great place to work, so what are you waiting for apply now!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £21,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Biotech & Pharmaceuticals
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Lab Assistant roles across Wockhardt's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Biotech & Pharmaceuticals.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,000 - £21,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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