Lab Dispenser

HR GO Recruitment; Tudhoe; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

HR GO Recruitment is seeking a Laboratory Dispenser for a specialist fragrance laboratory based in the UK. The role involves accurate dispensing of fragrances, preparing samples, and following exact formulations to ensure high standards are met.

The successful candidate will work with perfumers and evaluators in a hands-on lab environment, maintaining cleanliness, safety, and precise adherence to procedures. A proactive, reliable mindset and a willingness to learn are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous laboratory or manufacturing experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions.
• Methodical, organised approach to work.
• Comfortable handling measurements and formulations.

Responsibilities

• Dispense fragrances in the laboratory accurately.
• Follow precise formulations to prepare products.
• Prepare fragrance samples in application bases when required.
• Liaise with perfumers and evaluators to produce samples.
• Bottle fragrances ready for dispatch.
• Carry out olfactory testing as part of sampling.
• Assist with preparation and dispatch of fragrance samples.
• Maintain a clean, safe laboratory environment.
• Follow health and safety procedures and wear PPE.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organised

Measurements & formulations

Team collaboration

Reliable & proactive

Willingness to learn

Job description

Join our client, a specialist manufacturing business based in New haven, as a

Laboratory Dispenser

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join their laboratory team, dispensing fragrances and preparing samples in line with precise formulations.

This is a hands-on role where accuracy, organisation and a passion for quality are essential. You will work closely with perfumers and evaluators to prepare fragrance samples, ensuring all products are handled carefully and meet the required standards.

The ideal candidate will be reliable, proactive and comfortable working in a laboratory environment, with the ability to follow precise instructions and maintain high standards of health and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately dispense fragrances on both a large and small scale within the laboratory.
• Follow precise formulations to ensure products are prepared correctly.
• Prepare fragrance samples in application bases when required.
• Liaise with perfumers and evaluators to produce sample products.
• Bottle fragrances ready for dispatch.
• Carry out olfactory testing (smell testing) as part of the sampling process.
• Assist with the preparation and dispatch of fragrance samples.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe laboratory environment.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and wear the required PPE at all times.
• Support the wider laboratory team and carry out additional duties as required.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, production or similar environment is beneficial but not essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow precise instructions.
• A methodical and organised approach to work.
• Comfortable working with measurements and formulations.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Able to use own initiative and identify potential problems.
• Reliable, motivated and able to manage workload effectively.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Comfortable working to deadlines and maintaining high standards.
• A willingness to learn and develop within a specialist laboratory environment.
• Opportunity to gain experience within a specialist fragrance laboratory.
• Work alongside experienced perfumers and evaluators.
• Opportunity to develop laboratory and fragrance-handling skills.
• A hands-on role within a friendly and collaborative team.