Job Information
Boehringer Ingelheim Senior Virus Seed Technician in Pirbright, United Kingdom
THE POSITION
We are looking for a Senior Virus Seed Technician to support the small scale production of virus seeds used in large scale Foot & Mouth Disease antigen manufacturing. You will play a key role in ensuring all activities meet EU, UK, and company GMP, Biosafety, and Health & Safety standards.
TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
Production & Operations
• Carry out production activities in line with established procedures to maintain product integrity and quality.
• Operate and maintain clean room areas compliant with Grade A–D standards.
• Maintain accurate batch records and ensure the timely release of stock to support production schedules.
• Coordinate stock movement across the Virus Production 1 and 2 departments.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Support production teams with documentation reviews, investigations, and training where required.
Finance & Administration
• Manage stock movement and data entry in SAP/GBS.
• Plan stock usage and raise purchase orders using the WeBuy system.
Quality & Compliance
• Act as a subject matter expert during both internal and external audits.
• Progress and close CAPAs and change controls relevant to your role.
• Investigate and document Events, Deviations, and Out of Specification (OOX) results.
• Enter data into LIMS accurately and in a timely manner.
• Review departmental Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs) and submit them to Quality Assurance.
REQUIREMENTS
• Strong organisational skills.
• Ability to work methodically and carefully while meeting tight timelines.
• Effective problem solving skills.
• Experience in industrial pharmaceutical production or a similarly regulated environment.
• Good IT skills, ideally with some experience using SAP/GBS.
• Experience working in GMP graded environments and aseptic manufacturing.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
WHY THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK
Boehringer Ingelheim has been recognised as a Top Employer in the UK. Being certified as a Top Employer confirms our dedication to a better world of work, delivered through excellent HR policies and people practices. To learn more visit: https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.co.uk/careers/uk-careers/why-great-place-work
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person’s actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law.