Lab & QC Operations Support Technician

ChampionX; Hedge End; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ChampionX in Fawley, Southampton is seeking an Operations Support Technician to join the QC-driven plant. You will perform quality control testing of raw materials, in-process samples, finished products and returns, and cover the OST shift.

The role requires a science-related Degree/HNC with 2 years lab experience, practical instrument know-how, and strong communication. You will maintain QC records in SAP, update procedures, assist with new product introductions, ensure calibration, and uphold

Qualifications

• Degree/HNC in science related qualification and at least 2 years’ experience in a laboratory.
• Practical understanding of laboratory equipment.
• Excellent communication, time management and prioritisation skills.
• Commitment to training to facilitate confidence in lone work when necessary.
• A flexible approach to working and ability to work with others team members and other departments to achieve objectives.
• Competent user of Microsoft packages (excel, word).
• Immigration sponsorship not available for this role.
• Degree/HNC in chemistry (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Quality control testing of all raw materials, in process samples, finished products and returns
• Shift coverage as part of the OST shift team
• Effectively communicate any QC failures to the interested parties on the Fawley site where required
• Responsible for fault finding on problem batches; enabling the timely release of products to customers or recovery routes for non-conforming material
• Be responsible for maintaining all QC records including information in the SAP database
• Updating QC work instructions and procedures as required, including the development of new work procedures on introduction of new analytical tests / equipment
• Assists as required during the introduction of new products into the plant, including creation and maintenance of recipe and specification data in SAP database and preliminary blending and testing prior to full scale manufacture
• Ensure all equipment is operating in good order and kept in calibration according to the required schedule
• Understand all the relevant QHSE procedures for the ChampionX Fawley Plant, and specifically the QC Laboratory
• Be responsible for safety, making timely reports and observations as and when required

Skills

Laboratory experience

Quality control

Communication skills

Calibration

SAP proficiency

Education

Science-related degree or HNC

Chemistry degree/HNC (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

ChampionX in Fawley, Southampton is seeking an Operations Support Technician to join the QC-driven plant. You will perform quality control testing of raw materials, in-process samples, finished products and returns, and cover the OST shift.

The role requires a science-related Degree/HNC with 2 years lab experience, practical instrument know-how, and strong communication. You will maintain QC records in SAP, update procedures, assist with new product introductions, ensure calibration, and uphold