Automated Storage Technician

5 days ago

Stockport, United Kingdom UK Biobank Full time
DescriptionWhere can you have a direct impact on health research happening across the globe?

At UK Biobank, that’s where.

UK Biobank is helping to pioneer new pathways in health, believing that people have the right to live longer and more fulfilling lives.

We’re a team aiming to make a difference to millions of people on this planet - and an employer who cares passionately about the diverse range of professionals who have come together to drive our incredible journey.

This role is pivotal to that journey.

Can you do it?In this newly created role, you will be supporting the growth of the UK Biobank laboratory as we bring in brand new automated ultra-low temperature freezers to hold 20 million biological samples and enable more efficient sample access for our researchers. This role will be involved in all aspects of the implementation of our new automated freezers and throughout the process will develop expertise in the operation of the freezers to support laboratory operations. This is an ideal role for someone looking to grow in a business and be involved in an exciting transformation.

The key responsibilities are;
  • Providing Subject Matter Expertise to support laboratory operations
    • Developing and maintaining an understanding of all aspects of the Hamilton BiOS (automated ultra-low temperature freezer) 
    • Working with laboratory team to develop and maintain an understanding of the expected duration to complete tasks; e.g. time and motion studies
    • Delivering training to laboratory users 
  • Monitoring performance of Automation for Storage and Picking 
    • Understanding performance Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and give operational context to their interpretation as part of monthly contract management discussions
  • Optimising use of Automation for Storage and Picking to maximise efficiency
    • Inputting to development and maintenance of a strategy to maintain an optimised sample distribution 
    • Ensuring operational delivery 
  • Supporting identification and implementation of new or improved Automation
    • Identify opportunities to improve solutions and workflows
    • Support commissioning of automated storage and picking solutions including Factory or Site Acceptance Testing
  • Managing documentation related to Standard Operating Procedures
    • Training materials
    • Health and Safety documentation

Working hours are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, split between office and laboratory (based in Cheadle, Stockport, until 2026 when we move to Manchester Science Park) based activities with the expectation of hybrid working if and when required. 
Is this 'you'?Reporting to the Laboratory Research and Development Specialist you’ll have experience in;
  • Working with automation (e.g. laboratory, manufacturing)
  • Working with technical experts such as engineers
  • Aptitude and interest in IT and data – Microsoft programs (particularly Excel), reporting tools (e.g. PowerBI), use of software to operate equipment
  • Excellent communication across range of stakeholders
  • Collaborative attitude
  • Desire to drive change and improvement
  • Enjoys understanding how things work

Our passion for diversity and equity means creating a work environment for all employees that is welcoming, respectful, engaging, and enriched with opportunities for personal and professional development.

What's on offerIf that is ‘You’, find out more about an exceptional role that offers an outstanding rewards package.
  • 26 days' annual leave (which increases with length of service) plus Bank Holidays
  • Holiday buy scheme (buy up to 1 week of additional leave per year)
  • A paid day off for your birthday (in addition to annual leave)
  • USS Pension Scheme which is a ‘hybrid’ defined benefit/defined contribution scheme 
  • Enhanced family leave (available from day 1 of employment)
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Professional subscriptions reimbursement (where applicable)
  • Free gym on site 
  • Subsidised lunches (£5.50 contribution per day when working on site) and refreshments 
  • Free car parking 
  • Employee discounts portal
  • 20% Discount at EE
  • Employee Assistance Programme 
  • Eye-care scheme
  • Annual flu vaccination
  • Life Assurance cover
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The job advert closing date may change, so we recommend that if you are planning to apply that you do so without delay. UK Biobank is a large-scale biomedical database and research resource containing in-depth genetic and health information from half a million UK participants. The database, the largest and most comprehensive of its kind in the world, is anonymised and made widely accessible by UK Biobank to global researchers who use it to find new scientific discoveries about common and life-threatening diseases – such as cancer, heart disease and stroke which strike in mid-later life. UK Biobank is an innovative organisation with over 250 staff across four sites in the UK that fosters an engaging environment and supports the development of our staff. Our dedicated teams work alongside the world's leading biomedical scientists in our joint mission to improve public health.

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