Laboratory Sorting Technician (Night Shift)
Posted on Jul 22, 2026 by CV-Library
Aldford, Cheshire, United Kingdom
Agriculture
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Main Purpose of Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our production team on a permanent night shift. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for semen assessment, media preparation, operation of production flow cytometry sorters, and the processing and freezing of semen samples. You will play a key part in maintaining high standards of laboratory practice, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and supporting the effective operation and maintenance of laboratory and flow cytometry equipment.
This position offers a consistent Monday to Thursday night schedule (21:45pm – 06:15am), with a £2,000 shift premium in addition to the base salary.
Key Responsibilities:
- At all times fully comply with CBL H&S directives, SOPs and policies to allow good laboratory practice and full compliance with the Regulations and Industry Standards.
- Operate autonomously though the different operations under his/her responsibility, respecting CBL lab SOPs, sexed production planning and CBL lab production standards (details on following points below).
- Ensure the CBL lab GxP on the flow cytometers operation and the sorting lab working area are observed and maintained.
- Ensure the CBL Lab GxP on media preparation, processing of semen samples and the working area are observed and maintained.
- Perform and act on the different controls during the sort and the sorters operation, media preparation, processing of semen samples and correct/report any deviation to the line manager
- Maintain the workflow, manage the tasks, and take care of the instruments, equipment and tools linked to the role.
- Effective collaboration with the rest of the lab team sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues to ensure the department maximises production and meets the business aims.
- Complete other duties as required from time to time.
Essential Skills:
- Working to high personal standards and accuracy, with good troubleshooting and problemsolving aptitudes, and a methodical and organised approach.
- Confidence with IT interfaces and systems.
- Working well within a team but with the ability to work autonomously and take individual responsibility.
- Good technical abilities, and a willingness to understand the operation of general laboratory equipment and flow cytometry sorters.
Desirable Skills and Attributes:
- The following attributes would be advantageous but not essential, as full training will be given:
- Previous experience working in a biologybased laboratory and basic laboratory skills.
- Previous knowledge and/or experience in the principles of flow cytometry.
- Previous experience with sperm and AI biology.
- Experience of a commercial production environment.
Enhanced Benefits
- Annual leave entitlement starting at 23 days plus bank holiday, increasing with length of service up to 28 days plus bank holidays
- Matched Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance (4 times basic salary)
- BUPA healthcare and Dental Plan
- Long Service Awards at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 30 years
- Enhanced Family Leave
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our production team on a permanent night shift. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for semen assessment, media preparation, operation of production flow cytometry sorters, and the processing and freezing of semen samples. You will play a key part in maintaining high standards of laboratory practice, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and supporting the effective operation and maintenance of laboratory and flow cytometry equipment.
This position offers a consistent Monday to Thursday night schedule (21:45pm – 06:15am), with a £2,000 shift premium in addition to the base salary.
Key Responsibilities:
- At all times fully comply with CBL H&S directives, SOPs and policies to allow good laboratory practice and full compliance with the Regulations and Industry Standards.
- Operate autonomously though the different operations under his/her responsibility, respecting CBL lab SOPs, sexed production planning and CBL lab production standards (details on following points below).
- Ensure the CBL lab GxP on the flow cytometers operation and the sorting lab working area are observed and maintained.
- Ensure the CBL Lab GxP on media preparation, processing of semen samples and the working area are observed and maintained.
- Perform and act on the different controls during the sort and the sorters operation, media preparation, processing of semen samples and correct/report any deviation to the line manager
- Maintain the workflow, manage the tasks, and take care of the instruments, equipment and tools linked to the role.
- Effective collaboration with the rest of the lab team sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues to ensure the department maximises production and meets the business aims.
- Complete other duties as required from time to time.
Essential Skills:
- Working to high personal standards and accuracy, with good troubleshooting and problemsolving aptitudes, and a methodical and organised approach.
- Confidence with IT interfaces and systems.
- Working well within a team but with the ability to work autonomously and take individual responsibility.
- Good technical abilities, and a willingness to understand the operation of general laboratory equipment and flow cytometry sorters.
Desirable Skills and Attributes:
- The following attributes would be advantageous but not essential, as full training will be given:
- Previous experience working in a biologybased laboratory and basic laboratory skills.
- Previous knowledge and/or experience in the principles of flow cytometry.
- Previous experience with sperm and AI biology.
- Experience of a commercial production environment.
Enhanced Benefits
- Annual leave entitlement starting at 23 days plus bank holiday, increasing with length of service up to 28 days plus bank holidays
- Matched Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance (4 times basic salary)
- BUPA healthcare and Dental Plan
- Long Service Awards at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 30 years
- Enhanced Family Leave
Reference: 225399538
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Laboratory Sorting Technician (Night Shift)
Posted on Jul 22, 2026 by CV-Library
Aldford, Cheshire, United Kingdom
Agriculture
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Main Purpose of Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our production team on a permanent night shift. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for semen assessment, media preparation, operation of production flow cytometry sorters, and the processing and freezing of semen samples. You will play a key part in maintaining high standards of laboratory practice, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and supporting the effective operation and maintenance of laboratory and flow cytometry equipment.
This position offers a consistent Monday to Thursday night schedule (21:45pm – 06:15am), with a £2,000 shift premium in addition to the base salary.
Key Responsibilities:
- At all times fully comply with CBL H&S directives, SOPs and policies to allow good laboratory practice and full compliance with the Regulations and Industry Standards.
- Operate autonomously though the different operations under his/her responsibility, respecting CBL lab SOPs, sexed production planning and CBL lab production standards (details on following points below).
- Ensure the CBL lab GxP on the flow cytometers operation and the sorting lab working area are observed and maintained.
- Ensure the CBL Lab GxP on media preparation, processing of semen samples and the working area are observed and maintained.
- Perform and act on the different controls during the sort and the sorters operation, media preparation, processing of semen samples and correct/report any deviation to the line manager
- Maintain the workflow, manage the tasks, and take care of the instruments, equipment and tools linked to the role.
- Effective collaboration with the rest of the lab team sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues to ensure the department maximises production and meets the business aims.
- Complete other duties as required from time to time.
Essential Skills:
- Working to high personal standards and accuracy, with good troubleshooting and problemsolving aptitudes, and a methodical and organised approach.
- Confidence with IT interfaces and systems.
- Working well within a team but with the ability to work autonomously and take individual responsibility.
- Good technical abilities, and a willingness to understand the operation of general laboratory equipment and flow cytometry sorters.
Desirable Skills and Attributes:
- The following attributes would be advantageous but not essential, as full training will be given:
- Previous experience working in a biologybased laboratory and basic laboratory skills.
- Previous knowledge and/or experience in the principles of flow cytometry.
- Previous experience with sperm and AI biology.
- Experience of a commercial production environment.
Enhanced Benefits
- Annual leave entitlement starting at 23 days plus bank holiday, increasing with length of service up to 28 days plus bank holidays
- Matched Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance (4 times basic salary)
- BUPA healthcare and Dental Plan
- Long Service Awards at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 30 years
- Enhanced Family Leave
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our production team on a permanent night shift. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for semen assessment, media preparation, operation of production flow cytometry sorters, and the processing and freezing of semen samples. You will play a key part in maintaining high standards of laboratory practice, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and supporting the effective operation and maintenance of laboratory and flow cytometry equipment.
This position offers a consistent Monday to Thursday night schedule (21:45pm – 06:15am), with a £2,000 shift premium in addition to the base salary.
Key Responsibilities:
- At all times fully comply with CBL H&S directives, SOPs and policies to allow good laboratory practice and full compliance with the Regulations and Industry Standards.
- Operate autonomously though the different operations under his/her responsibility, respecting CBL lab SOPs, sexed production planning and CBL lab production standards (details on following points below).
- Ensure the CBL lab GxP on the flow cytometers operation and the sorting lab working area are observed and maintained.
- Ensure the CBL Lab GxP on media preparation, processing of semen samples and the working area are observed and maintained.
- Perform and act on the different controls during the sort and the sorters operation, media preparation, processing of semen samples and correct/report any deviation to the line manager
- Maintain the workflow, manage the tasks, and take care of the instruments, equipment and tools linked to the role.
- Effective collaboration with the rest of the lab team sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues to ensure the department maximises production and meets the business aims.
- Complete other duties as required from time to time.
Essential Skills:
- Working to high personal standards and accuracy, with good troubleshooting and problemsolving aptitudes, and a methodical and organised approach.
- Confidence with IT interfaces and systems.
- Working well within a team but with the ability to work autonomously and take individual responsibility.
- Good technical abilities, and a willingness to understand the operation of general laboratory equipment and flow cytometry sorters.
Desirable Skills and Attributes:
- The following attributes would be advantageous but not essential, as full training will be given:
- Previous experience working in a biologybased laboratory and basic laboratory skills.
- Previous knowledge and/or experience in the principles of flow cytometry.
- Previous experience with sperm and AI biology.
- Experience of a commercial production environment.
Enhanced Benefits
- Annual leave entitlement starting at 23 days plus bank holiday, increasing with length of service up to 28 days plus bank holidays
- Matched Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance (4 times basic salary)
- BUPA healthcare and Dental Plan
- Long Service Awards at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 30 years
- Enhanced Family Leave
Reference: 225399538
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