Laboratory Assistant

ICL Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Fibrisol Service Ltd, part of ICL Food Specialties, in West London, seeks a Laboratory Assistant to support the QHSE team with routine testing and documentation. The role involves maintaining lab records, equipment calibration, and ensuring a safe, compliant lab environment.

Working hours are part-time (Mon-Fri, 8-12), offering the chance to contribute to quality and safety in a global ingredients business. Competitive salary plus benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• Basic lab skills and procedures knowledge.
• Good IT and communication skills.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to cover holidays/sickness.
• HND or higher in Food Science or Chemistry, or working towards.

Responsibilities

• Test raw materials and finished products against standards.
• Record and report results with accurate lab docs.
• Calibrate and maintain lab equipment (e.g., pH meters, scales).
• Prepare reagents and monitor stock; keep lab clean and safe.
• File supplier Certificates of Analysis/Conformity; support QA/admin tasks.

Skills

Basic laboratory skills

IT skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

HND in Food Science or Chemistry

Tools

SAP

Job description

Laboratory Assistant

Location: West London
Hours: Part-time, Mon-Fri, 8-12pm.
Salary: Competitive + benefits

About Us

Fibrisol Service Ltd, part of ICL Food Specialties, is a leading supplier of functional food ingredients. Based at our manufacturing site in West London, we support global food producers with innovative solutions.

The Role

As Laboratory Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting our Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE) team. You'll be responsible for routine testing, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring the smooth running of the laboratory.

The Responsibilities

• Test raw materials and finished products against company standards.
• Record and report results, maintaining accurate lab documentation and summary sheets.
• Calibrate and maintain lab equipment (e.g., pH meters, scales).
• Prepare reagents and monitor lab stock levels. Maintain a clean, safe and organised lab environment.
• File and check supplier Certificates of Analysis/Conformity. Support the wider Technical and QA team with admin tasks when required.
• Contribute to continuous compliance with Health & Safety and quality systems.

The Must Haves

• Basic laboratory skills and knowledge of lab procedures (ideally in food, pharma, or chemical industries).
• Good IT and communication skills.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexibly, including covering holidays/sickness.
• HND (or higher) in Food Science, Chemistry or related subject - or working towards.

The Nice to Haves

• Working towards a degree in a relevant discipline.
• Experience with SAP or similar quality/ERP systems.
• Previous experience in food manufacturing.
• Method development or mini-mix preparation experience.

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Be part of a supportive, close-knit technical team in a global business.