Graduate Laboratory Technician

ZipRecruiter; Coventry; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company offers a graduate opportunity for a Laboratory Technician in Coventry. The successful candidate will be engaged in chemical analysis, reporting, and customer interaction within a supportive team environment. Comprehensive training will be provided, along with competitive benefits including 25 days of holiday and pension.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and mentorship

Exposure to advanced laboratory equipment

Supportive work environment

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension

Social events

Qualifications

• Degree in a scientific discipline required.
• Confident, self-motivated with strong communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct chemical analysis and manage samples according to quality procedures.
• Prepare detailed reports and interact with customers.
• Work efficiently in a time-critical environment.

Skills

Chemical Analysis

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Education

2:1 or higher in a scientific-based discipline

Job description

Job Description

Graduate opportunity to join a well-established company that offers a range of laboratory services to the aerospace, defence, automotive and metal finishing industries.

We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Graduate to join a friendly and supportive team as a Laboratory Technician. You will actively engage in sample management, Quality System procedures, customer interaction and office tasks.

If you enjoy time in the lab and enjoy chemical analysis and processes this is the ideal role for you!

Key Responsibilities:

Chemical Process Analysis:

• Conduct chemical analysis on processing materials from regular customers on a weekly/monthly basis
• Utilise established analysis techniques for accurate and reliable results.

Report Production:

• Create and send customer reports once laboratory analysis has been completed
• Ensure a high level of accuracy and precision

Sample Management and Quality System:

• Manage and control samples according to Quality System procedures.
• Ensure adherence to protocols for effective sample handling and analysis.

Customer Interaction:

• Interface and liaise with customer contacts to provide results, advice, and clarify anomalies.
• Address customer inquiries professionally and represent Aerotech Laboratories with integrity.

Time-Critical Production Line:

• Work in a time-critical "production line" environment, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently.

About you:

• You will have a 2:1 or higher in a scientific-based discipline
• Confident and outgoing with good self-discipline, time management and interpersonal skills.
• Capable of working within a small team and also using their own initiative.
• A desire to achieve a high standard of work within our established Quality System procedures.
• An ability to solve problems but also a willingness to seek expert assistance when required.
• Self-motivated with a calm and methodical approach to work during busy periods.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive training and mentorship.
• Exposure to advanced laboratory equipment and methodologies.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• Holiday - 25 days plus bank holidays
• Pension
• Social events

Please note that all applicants for the post will be required to already have full right to work status for the UK.