Lab Analyst

Pursuit Executive Recruitment Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning employer in Chelmsford is seeking a Lab Technician to ensure that good housekeeping and a clean, safe working environment are maintained in the lab. Responsibilities include conducting routine testing of samples, collaborating with management on KPIs, and adhering to safety and health standards. Candidates should have an interest in science, GCSEs or a degree in a science-based field, and possess strong teamwork and communication skills. The role involves a rotating shift pattern of 6am-1pm and 1pm-8pm.

Benefits

5% Employee and 5% Employer pension contributions

24 days holidays plus public bank holidays

Life Assurance - 3x cover

Gym Membership discount vouchers

Qualifications

• An interest in Science; GCSEs/A-levels or a degree in a science-based field required.
• Ability to handle sensitive information discreetly.
• Organized and disciplined work approach.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine testing of samples for elemental content using classical and instrumental techniques.
• Conduct analysis of samples with high accuracy in accordance with ISO17025 standards.
• Ensure safe working practices in line with HSE policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Good communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

GCSEs/A-levels or a degree in a science-based field

Job description

We are working with an award-winning employer to find a Lab Technician in the Chelmsford area to join their team. As part of the role, you will be working within the science and research industry to ensure that good housekeeping and a clean, safe working environment are maintained throughout the lab.

The role involves working a rotating shift pattern of 6am-1pm & 1pm-8pm, alternating weekly.

Please note: you must be a car driver with access to your own car and live within a 20-minute commute of Chelmsford. We will not consider applications from those out of area. Only apply if you do not require sponsorship, as this is not offered by our client.

The great benefits of working for this company include:

• 5% Employee and 5% Employer pension contributions
• 24 days (rising to 25 in 2024) holidays plus public bank holidays
• Life Assurance - 3x cover
• Group Income Protection - 26-week deferred period, 50% of salary for up to 5 years
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to Work scheme (self-funded via Vivup)
• Tech scheme (White Goods) (self-funded via Vivup)
• Gym Membership discount vouchers (self-funded via Vivup)
• Discounts/Perks (self-funded via Vivup)
• Car Salary Sacrifice (self-funded via Vivup)
• External training opportunities

Duties

To perform routine testing of samples for elemental content using classical and instrumental techniques within a fast-paced commercial laboratory environment, following SOPs.

• Conduct analysis of samples with high accuracy in accordance with ISO17025 accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with laboratory management to achieve KPIs.
• Organize and complete work as assigned by the team leader/supervisor.
• Ensure safe working practices in line with HSE policies, Risk Assessments, and COSHH procedures.
• Contribute actively to lean and continuous improvement activities within the lab.

Requirements for this Lab Technician role include:

• An interest in Science; GCSEs/A-levels or a degree in a science-based field.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Good communication skills with personnel at all levels.
• Ability to prepare and weigh samples accurately and efficiently, with attention to detail.
• Organized and disciplined work approach.