Lab Technician

Edge Recruits; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Plymouth is seeking a temporary lab technician to assist in various lab operations. This role requires strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, as well as knowledge of analytical equipment and MS Office. The candidate must have at least a GCSE grade C in Math's and English. Flexibility and self-motivation are essential for adapting to seasonal business changes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Math's and English GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent).
• Practical knowledge of operating analytical equipment.
• Strong interpersonal skills for data interpretation and communication.

Responsibilities

• Support existing team with lab tasks.
• Interpret data and communicate operational changes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

PC applications knowledge

Effective communication

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

GCSE grade C or above in Math's and English (or equivalent)

Tools

Analytical equipment

MS Office

Job description

We are looking for a temporary lab technician to support an existing team in one of our clients in Plymouth. This role will be Monday to Friday 8am-4.30pm with a starting rate of pay of £15.85 per hour.

Essential requirements:

• A minimum of Math's and English GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent).
• Practical knowledge of operating analytical equipment and the ability to problem solve issues which arise with the equipment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interpret data and communicate the change in operational requirements to reset operational equipment both verbally & written.
• Good operational knowledge of PC applications, including MS Office.
• Effective communication skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive, whilst maintaining high levels of personal productivity and integrity.
• Ability to work well within a team environment and independently.
• Proven record of actively promoting safe working practices.
• Flexibility to work some ad-hoc overtime hours to support the business seasonal changes.