**THE POSITION** We are looking for a Media Technician to support production activities within our Pirbright manufacturing facility. This role plays a vital part in the upstream production of FMD and BTV antigens, helping ensure timely, compliant and high quality manufacturing processes. This position is offered as a fixed term contract until 31st December 2027. The role is onsite five days per week, with the potential for occasional weekend work depending on operational needs. **TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES** **Production Operations** • Carry out media and antigen production activities following defined procedures to maintain product integrity and quality. • Complete cleaning and sterilisation of vessels and process lines. • Participate in gowning qualifications and aseptic process simulations when required. • Print and verify product/LIMS labels in line with procedures. • Maintain accurate documentation, ensuring data integrity and correct material consumption **Area Management** • Support continuous improvement by identifying and implementing updates to production methods or equipment through the Change Control process. • Maintain stock accuracy, ensuring materials meet expiry and storage requirements. • Keep SOPs current and aligned with operational practices. **GMP & Compliance** • Support internal and external audits • Raise, manage and complete deviations, CAPAs and change controls. • Complete all documentation accurately and contemporaneously. • Ensure compliance with GMP, Biosafety and HSE requirements. **REQUIREMENTS** **Essential:** • Ability to work carefully, methodically and with minimal supervision. • Strong IT skills. • Good communication and interpersonal skills. • Flexible and adaptable approach to work. **Desirable:** • Experience in a pharmaceutical or industrial-scale manufacturing environment under a quality system. **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.