Lab Assistant

Recruitment Services UK; Becconsall; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Lab Assistant in Becconsall. The role involves sampling, analyzing processes, and maintaining compliance in a laboratory environment. Candidates should have knowledge in chemistry, familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word, along with good communication and organizational skills. Experience is a plus but not mandatory. Competitive pay offered.

Qualifications

• Knowledge in chemistry or related subject essential.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word preferred.
• Experience in laboratory assistance is beneficial but not required.
• Good written and spoken English communication skills necessary.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Sampling and analyzing production solutions.
• Producing test specimens and maintaining traceability.
• Reporting and remedying variations on process parameters.
• Maintaining laboratory compliance with Health & Safety.
• Responsible for maintenance of laboratory equipment.

Skills

Knowledgeable in chemistry or chemistry related subject

Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Qualified at 'A' Level / ONC / HNC or better

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Overview

Lab Assistant — Contracted Hours: 36. Start / Finish Time: 07:00-16:30 Monday - Thursday. Our client A & G Metal Treatments Ltd are one of the leading Surface Treatments suppliers for the global Aerospace and Defence Industries, through Innovation & Technology. Since our inception in 2018, they have become a key supplier in the Aerospace & Defence sectors, working with some of the world's biggest Primes. They are seeking a new member of staff to act as a 'Laboratory Assistant' working to support the production processes within our 'Metal Treatments' facility.

Duties

• Sampling and analyzing the production process solutions, at the prescribed frequency, to maintain compliance with customer specifications, using standard analytical techniques / test methods.
• To produce test specimens, using the production solutions, at the required frequency, for submission to external agencies for testing. (This includes maintaining traceability at all times, arranging for dispatch of specimens as necessary and evaluation of reports on completion)
• To recognize, remedy or report variations on process parameters. Investigate causes of variation and implement corrective action plans to prevent recurrence.
• Maintaining the laboratory area to ensure compliance with Health & Safety rules and regulations and 'Good Housekeeping', ensuring compliance with company procedures and make suggestions for improvement.
• Be responsible for the maintenance and calibration of all laboratory equipment including liaison with relevant external agencies to ensure compliance with required standards.
• Maintain good communications and relationships throughout the company.

Personal Skills & Attributes

• The successful candidate shall be knowledgeable in chemistry or chemistry related subject (e.g. qualified at 'A' Level / ONC / HNC or better) and have some level of mathematical skills.
• A working or practical knowledge of Microsoft 'Excel' and 'Word' is preferred.
• Experience is not necessary, but the position is also open for those with relevant experience in this kind of role, (e.g. minimum of 3 years) may also be considered.
• The candidate should be keen, confident, reliable under pressure and possess good communication skills, (both written and spoken English)
• Good organizational skills, ability to remain flexible, with an eye for detail and willing to work to tight deadlines is essential.

Skillset required

• Must have good computer skills including: word, excel
• Able to work alone or within a team
• Must have a good standard of house-keeping
• Must have good timekeeping

Rate of Pay

Competitive