Graduate Laboratory Technician

Vibe Recruit; Witney; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Vibe Recruit is seeking a Graduate Laboratory Support Technician for a leading specialist equipment manufacturer based in West Oxfordshire, near Witney. The role involves carrying out laboratory testing to internal procedures and quality standards, with opportunities for customer liaison and travel.

Ideal candidates hold a BSc in Chemistry, have strong problem-solving and organisational skills, and are motivated self-starters comfortable working independently.

Qualifications

• BSc in Chemistry or equivalent.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Good organisation skills.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Highly motivated self-starter.
• Ability to work under own initiative.
• Good IT skills using Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Commitment to personal development.

Responsibilities

• To perform laboratory testing according to internal procedures and associated quality standards.
• Identification of particle contamination through patch testing, microscopy and particle counting equipment.
• Measurement of water content using a Karl Fischer Titrator.
• Measurement of fluid aging properties through TAN and MPC analysis techniques.
• Component cleanliness testing.
• To assist in quality control of manufactured products through component cleanliness testing.
• To perform relevant laboratory administration when required (sample paperwork, quotes, orders etc.).
• To liaise with customers regarding analysis reports

Skills

Problem solving

Organisation

Communication

Self-motivated

Initiative

Education

BSc in Chemistry

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Graduate Laboratory Support Technician

Due to continued product development and growth, a leading specialist equipment manufacturer, now has an opportunity for a Science Graduate, to join Laboratory Team.

The organisation offers excellent training and career development

The UK headquarters and manufacturing facility is based in West Oxfordshire and a global presence with over 10,000 employees.

Key Responsibilities:

To perform laboratory testing according to internal procedures and associated quality standards.

Examples of which are as follows:

• Identification of particle contamination through patch testing, microscopy and particle counting equipment.
  • Measurement of water content using a Karl Fischer Titrator.
  • Measurement of fluid aging properties through TAN and MPC analysis techniques.
  • Component cleanliness testing.
• To assist in quality control of manufactured products through component cleanliness testing.
• To perform relevant laboratory administration when required (sample paperwork, quotes, orders etc.).
• To liaise with customers regarding analysis reports

Additionally, there may be opportunities to visit customers alongside colleagues from other departments.

Essential Requirements:

• BSc in Chemistry or equivalent
• Ability to problem solve
• Good organisation skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Highly motivated self-starter
• Ability to work under own initiative
• Good IT skills using Excel, Word and Outlook
• Commitment to personal development

Desirable:

• Previous experience in working in cleanroom environment
• Previous industry-laboratory experience
• Experience with working with fluids