Operations Scientist 1 - Technical

Operations Scientist - Technical

Location: Witney, Oxfordshire

About Abbott Diabetes Care

Known globally for the development of revolutionary technologies, Abbott Diabetes Care designs, develops, and manufactures glucose monitoring systems for use in both home and hospital settings. Abbott has been around for 135+ years, developing solutions for the world's health issues and creating a workplace that enables employees to live full lives. We have a Centre of Excellence in Witney for the manufacture of electrodes and biosensors used by patients and healthcare professionals for the day-to-day management of diabetes. The site has been instrumental in the research, development, and manufacture of the FreeStyle Libre 2, Free Style Libre 3 and the Libre Sense system.

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our Environmental Monitoring Group as an Operations Scientist.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine environmental monitoring of cleanrooms, including air, surface, and compressed air sampling.
• Conduct particle counts, microbial sampling, and other tests.
• Maintain detailed records of all monitoring activities.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and other regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with production and quality assurance teams to address any issues.
• Calibrate and maintain monitoring equipment.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Develop and implement cleanroom protocols and procedures.
• Advise and mentor manufacturing personnel on cleanroom best practices.
• Liaise with service provider and check returned data for accuracy.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail, logical and methodical approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to prioritize and adapt to changing circumstances or new demands.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for building relationships across various departments.
• Hands on practical skills or ability to develop them, as time will be spent in the manufacturing facility.
• Proficiency in IT skills, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Degree level education in a science based subject (preferred).
• Industry experience in an ISO cleanroom environment is preferred but not essential; full training will be provided.

Why Abbott?

Abbott offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Pension scheme
• Share ownership
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• Flexible benefits

Additionally, our Witney Centre of Excellence offers various initiatives such as couch to 5k campaigns, beekeeping, and yoga to support a healthy work life balance.

Salary: N/A (may vary in some locations).

"An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce."