Chemistry Technician

IDEX; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

IDEX is seeking a Chemistry Technician to assist in the control, development and optimisation of chemical manufacturing and treatment processes. You will work with the Process Chemist to conduct lab testing, monitor processes, collect data and troubleshoot to ensure safe and compliant operations.

You will routine-sample, analyse, calibrate instruments and maintain documentation while supporting project work with the Development Chemist.

Qualifications

• Experience in a chemistry manufacturing or process environment.
• Ability to carry out chemical analysis and record results accurately.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine sampling and chemical analysis for production facilities.
• Prepare chemical solutions, reagents and test samples.
• Maintain an accurate database for routine analysis results.
• Analyse data to identify trends and support process optimisation and quality improvements.
• Report results outside limits to maintain processing controls.
• Perform routine instrument calibration for accurate analysis and robust control.
• Support development chemist with planning and documentation of projects.
• Manage laboratory stocks and maintain a clean, safe workspace.
• Maintain laboratory procedures, test methods and calibration records.
• Support production activities where knowledge and training permit.
• Support internal and external training requirements.
• Adhere to Safety, Health & Environment, Quality and HR policies and risk assessments.
• Support ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 compliance.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Chemical analysis

Excel / data management

COSHH knowledge

Education

A-Level / HNC in Chemistry

Job description

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact. With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

Purpose of job

The Chemistry Technician assists in the control, development and optimisation of chemical manufacturing and treatment processes. Working closely with the Process Chemist and production personnel, the technician conducts laboratory testing, process monitoring, data collection, and troubleshooting activities to ensure safe, efficient and compliant operations.

Key duties and responsibilities

• 1- Conduct routine sampling and chemical analysis for the photo-chemical and plating production facilities in accordance with established standard work procedures.
• 2 - Prepare chemical solutions, reagents, and test samples.
• 3 - Maintain an accurate and accessible database for all routine analysis results.
• 4 - Analyse test data, identify trends, variations and abnormalities, and provide recommendations to support process optimisation, quality improvements and corrective actions.
• 5- Report and act on results that are outside required limits, to maintain processing controls.
• 6 - Perform routine instrument calibration to ensure accurate chemical analysis and robust process control.
• 7 - Support the Development Chemist in the planning, execution and documentation of process development projects, product trials and validation activities.
• 8 - Manage laboratory chemical stocks, reorder supplies as required, and maintain a clean, safe and organised laboratory environment.
• 9 - Maintain laboratory procedures, test methods, records and calibration documentation in accordance with quality requirements.
• 10 - Support production activities where knowledge, experience and training permits.
• 11 - Support Tecan internal & external training requirements.
• 12 - Apply all company policies such as Safety, Health & Environment, Quality and HR. Including risk assessments, accident / near miss reporting.
• 13 - Support compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and other applicable management system requirements.

Technical & Behavioural Competencies

Methodical and logical in the approach to problem solving. Ability to blend practical work with the theoretical. Strong attention to detail. Good written and verbal communication. Self-motivated to find and make improvements and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Ability to identify and support improvement opportunities using data and measurable evidence.

Experience and Education

• A-Level, HNC or equivalent qualification in Chemistry or related scientific discipline.
• Practical laboratory experience within a chemistry, manufacturing or process environment.
• Experience carrying out chemical analysis and accurately recording results.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and data management.
• Preferred Experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience preparing standard operating procedures (SOPs) or other technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of COSHH and risk assessments.
• Understanding of wet chemistry analysis techniques.

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world? IDEX (NYSE: IEX) is a company that has undoubtedly touched your life in some way. In fact, IDEX businesses make thousands of products that are mission-critical components in everyday activities. Chances are the car you’re driving has a BAND-IT® clamp holding your side airbag safely in place. If you were ever in a car accident, a Hurst Jaws of Life® rescue tool may have saved your life. If you or a family member is battling cancer, your doctor may have tested your DNA in a quest to find the best targeted medicine for you. It’s likely your DNA test was run on equipment that contains components made by our growing IDEX Health & Science team.