Automation Leader

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When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services. Job Title Automation Leader Location(s) GSK Stevenage (UK) - Customer Site Job Description We're looking for experienced Automation Leader to join our OneSource team in Stevenage. The OneSource Automation Leader ensures delivery of best-in-class service delivery and customer support by overseeing service resources and individual contributors. The Automation Leader works in close collaboration with the customer stakeholders, and internal service leadership to ensure all laboratory support services are executed in compliance with regulatory, safety, and contractual requirements. The role is accountable for tracking, analyzing, and reporting critical KPIs while driving continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. More information about PerkinElmer and our business : PerkinElmer | Science with Purpose More information about our OneSource services: OneSource Laboratory Solutions | PerkinElmer Job Responsibilities Managerial Duties Supervise and contribute to the team in the delivery of high-quality automation service support to the customers. Responsible for overseeing the work, training, development and safety of all reporting staff and dealing with operational and performance issues within the team; escalate to line manager as appropriate. Assisting in the recruitment process of suitable personnel for the TLS team, carrying out induction and training and routine performance management. Ensure team procedures are performed within the confines of the relevant safety regulations. Assist in the generation of SOPs/work instructions/local method statements/risk assessments where necessary. Ascertain any relevant quality, skill, or safety requirements. Ensure team compliance with all relevant working instructions, SOPs, and safety instructions. Act as an ambassador for TLS and promote PerkinElmer's core values. Escalate business development opportunities to line manager. Ensure timely and accurate reporting of data including performance metrics. Operational Duties Act as 'first-responder' for critical equipment breakdowns, ensuring minimal impact on scientific activity. Perform on-going system performance analysis based upon error logs, live run interventions and root-cause analysis & trending of errors to mitigate their reoccurrence. Provide technical mediation in the event of long-running equipment issues involving multiple vendors. Assist in developing training packages tailored to the automation platforms, intended for both LIS Engineers & the client's scientific workforce. Develop and implement a proactive maintenance regime for key equipment. Oversee & participate in equipment support activities. Develop Training Packages tailored to the automation platforms, intended for both PerkinElmer and the client's scientific workforce. Train scientists in best practice for the use of automated equipment, ensuring optimal routine and operation. Maintain training and compliance in areas of health and safety, security, environmental and operational aspects of daily activities in the working environment. Be an active member of the scientific teams - contribute at team meetings by presenting data and looking for opportunities for innovation. Actively seek opportunities to develop the service by discussion with the team leader and customer or by sharing the best practice(s) with other groups. Track assay performance metrics and communicate issues and suggest improvements to current assay methodology, supporting evaluation of new technologies where applicable. Work independently and flexibly depending on team priorities and set realistic work schedules to support requirements. Critical Skills Technical expertise in using and/or performing a variety of laboratory activities using integrated automated platforms and liquid handlers. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal. Self-motivated and able to work under pressure to prioritize conflicting deadlines. An ability to meet timelines successfully with the utmost attention to detail while setting high performance standards. Service orientated attitude combined with innovative thinking. Strong interpersonal skills; strong team player with customer satisfaction focus Ability to execute new and established methods and protocols. Ability to understand, interpret, and communicate complex scientific data. Understanding of standard software packages (i.e. Microsoft Office).