Medical Devices jobs in Dublin, County Dublin

Executes day-to-day lab operations & support objectives at customer facilities, following a defined standard output or set of procedures, focused on minimizing laboratory workflow interruptions. Problems and issues faced are generally recurring and solutions are typically known and/or prescribed. More complex problems are solved by applying methods learned through experience and/or using available support. Activities may include PPE and/or safety station checks and maintenance, reviewing defibrillators, extinguishers and dispensing areas to confirm working order, storage, tracking and distribution of chemicals/materials ensuring accurate inventory control, and hazardous waste collection and recycling. Collects, documents, and organizes data and observations. Communicates activity records, service level metrics and other information requiring some explanation or interpretation to team members, supervisors or customers.

Laboratory Associate - VWR Services

Location: Customer site, Mulhuddart, Dublin

Hours: Monday–Friday, core business hours

Contract: Permanent, full-time

About the Role

Are you working in retail, hospitality, warehousing or stock control and looking to take your skills into a new industry? Would working in a modern, state-of-the-art pharmaceutical facility excite you?

As a Laboratory Operative with VWR part of Avantor , you’ll play a key role in supporting scientists at our customer’s site in Mulhuddart. By handling vital laboratory support services, you’ll enable researchers to focus on their core science while you keep the lab running safely and efficiently.

What you’ll do

• Prepare non-GMP buffers, solvents, and mobile phases, ensuring accurate labelling, documentation in ELN, and compliance with SHE procedures.

• Support preventative maintenance, basic troubleshooting, and routine calibration checks for laboratory instruments (pipettes, balances, pH meters, freezers, glassware washers, etc.).

• Collect, wash, inspect, and restock laboratory glassware, disposing of damaged items.

• Manage glassware stock levels and process ad hoc orders when required.

• Clean and decontaminate specialist laboratory equipment.

• Perform regular freezer de-icing and equipment upkeep.

• Support unpacking and logging of chemical/sample deliveries into the laboratory system.

• Assist with preparation and coordination of sample shipments, ensuring compliance with safety and site procedures.

• Maintain accurate records for equipment servicing and laboratory activities.

• Operate equipment in line with site procedures, safety and regulatory requirements.

What we’re looking for

• Education: no BSc needed but scientific discipline, including laboratory-based modules or have several years of relevant laboratory technician experience are important

• Experience: Customer-facing experience in retail, hospitality.

• Additional: Previous exposure to a laboratory environment or knowledge of health & safety procedures is an advantage (essential)..

• Skills: Strong IT skills

• Personal: Hands-on, proactive, and eager to learn new skills in a science-focused setting.

• Other: Based in/near Dublin with a full driving licence and own transport needed

What’s in it for you?

• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays

• Discretionary annual bonus scheme

• Pension scheme

• Free on-site parking

• Subsidised canteen facilities

• Gym on site

• Development and training opportunities

• Fast starts available (typically within 4 weeks)

• Permanent contract after successful completion of probation

Interested? Let`s apply!

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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