Blend Operations & Testing Technician

The Lubrizol Corporation; Shottlegate; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemicals manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Blend Operations & Testing Technician. In this role, you will support blend operations and testing laboratories, focusing on component blending, chemical handling, and safety. The ideal candidate has strong IT skills, a solid understanding of health and safety, and the ability to work independently while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Competitive salary and supportive team environment offered.

Benefits

Training for health and safety practices

Optional overtime

Supportive team environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of operational health and safety.
• Ability to manage workload independently with attention to detail.
• Experience in material dispensing and accurate chemical weighing.

Responsibilities

• Perform component blending and chemical handling.
• Conduct laboratory testing while maintaining safety and quality.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Understanding of Health and Safety

Proven IT skills

Strong communication skills

Multitasking and organization skills

Tools

Microsoft Systems

SAP

Fork Lift Truck

Job description

As a Blend Operations & Testing Technician, you'll play a key role in supporting both blend operations and testing laboratories. You'll perform component blending, chemical handling, and laboratory testing while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the departments. You're detail-oriented and safety-conscious, with a solid understanding of operational health and safety. You enjoy working independently and collaboratively, and you're eager to learn and grow in a technical environment.

• A solid understanding of Health and Safety in operational environments.
• Proven IT skills, including Microsoft Systems; SAP experience is a plus.
• Ability to manage workload independently with attention to detail.
• Capability to handle stock containers up to 30kg and use manual handling equipment.
• Fork Lift Truck license (training provided if needed).
• Experience in material dispensing and accurate chemical weighing.
• Strong communication skills for handling customer inquiries.
• Multitasking, organisation, and prioritisation skills.
• Flexibility to work across departmental areas.
• Troubleshooting and procedural improvement skills.
• Ability to maintain equipment and supplies.
• Drive for self-development with support from the line manager.

Additional Requirements: Applicants must provide a five-year career history and consent to a career history and DBS check due to involvement in regulated material dispatch.

For nearly 100 years, Lubrizol has been at the forefront of innovation, delivering breakthrough solutions that advance mobility, improve well-being, and enhance modern life. This progress is driven by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you. At Lubrizol, we invest in our people and expect the same level of ownership and commitment in return. Our employees are empowered to shape their careers, contribute to strategic goals, and collaborate in an inclusive, high-performing culture. We win because we bring science-based solutions to industry-leading organizations across the globe. We win because we deeply understand our customers and deliver innovative chemistry with differentiated value. We win because of our inclusive culture and our incredible talent. We win because of you.

• Training for all aspects of the role, including health and safety practices.
• Optional overtime during busy periods or holiday cover.
• Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supportive team environment with experienced colleagues.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.