Chemistry Lab Technician – QA & Continuous Improvement

Acorn Recruitment; Clydach; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Acorn Recruitment is partnering with Mond Nickel Refinery in Clydach, Swansea to hire a Laboratory Technician for a 12-month maternity cover. The role supports QA, sample analysis and continuous improvement in an industrial chemistry lab, working 37.5 hours per week on a Monday–Friday pattern, at a pro rata salary of £33,435.

The successful candidate will hold an undergraduate degree in Chemistry and have at least two years of laboratory experience, contributing to safe, accurate analysis and

Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• A minimum of two years' laboratory experience, ideally within the chemical or metals industry.
• Strong analytical thinking skills and excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and commitment to safety, quality and environmental sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all activities comply with QA Laboratory, Refinery and Environmental, Health and Safety requirements.
• Collect samples from refinery operations.
• Prepare and analyse product and process samples in accordance with standard procedures.
• Record analytical results accurately in laboratory workbooks and refinery databases.
• Operate, standardise and carry out routine maintenance on laboratory equipment.
• Identify non-conforming work and take corrective action where required.
• Maintain 5S standards and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in Safe Work Procedure reviews, risk assessments and team meetings.
• Assist with non-routine laboratory work and train new staff when required.
• Work overtime where necessary to support refinery operations.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

Undergraduate degree in Chemistry

Job description

Acorn Recruitment is partnering with Mond Nickel Refinery in Clydach, Swansea to hire a Laboratory Technician for a 12-month maternity cover. The role supports QA, sample analysis and continuous improvement in an industrial chemistry lab, working 37.5 hours per week on a Monday–Friday pattern, at a pro rata salary of £33,435.

The successful candidate will hold an undergraduate degree in Chemistry and have at least two years of laboratory experience, contributing to safe, accurate analysis and