Laboratory Technician

ALS Chemex de Mexico; Chatteris; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25–30 days + 8 holidays

Ability to Buy annual leave

Enhanced Sick Pay

Salary progression scheme

Celebrating Success awards

Perkbox membership

Job summary

ALS is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our pathogens team in Chatteris. You will perform analyses of food and environmental samples, following documented methodologies and ensuring accuracy and quality control.

In this full-time, permanent role you will work 40 hours per week on rotating shifts, with a annual salary of £26,867. Strong IT and communication skills are essential to succeed in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high throughput working environment.
• Good IT skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organisational skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Be able to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• To perform analysis allocated in accordance with documented methodology
• Follow all processes and procedures to maximise role efficiency.
• Conduct daily quality control checks and calibrations of equipment
• Ensure your workstation is always clean and tidy.
• To conform with all site Quality Management systems and Health and safety procedures and protocols.
• To keep accurate records.

Skills

High throughput environment

IT skills

Written and verbal communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join us, you'll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

Are you passionate about science and eager to make a real impact in the world of testing? We're looking for a dedicated Laboratory Technicians to join our pathogens team in Chatteris!

In this exciting role, you'll be at the heart of our laboratory operations, working with cutting-edge techniques to analyse food and environmental samples. From preparing and plating samples to pouring and incubating using aseptic methods, your work will support vital testing processes and help maintain high-quality standards.

About the role

Hours Per Week: 40

Rotating Shift Pattern: Week 1: Sunday 13:00-22:00 Monday to Thursday 11:00-20:00 Week 2: Sunday 13:00-22:00 Monday to Thursday 14:00-23:00

Contract: Full Time and Permanent

Annual Salary: £26,867

The day to day

• To perform analysis allocated in accordance with documented methodology
• Follow all processes and procedures to maximise role efficiency.
• Conduct daily quality control checks and calibrations of equipment
• Ensure your workstation is always clean and tidy.
• To conform with all site Quality Management systems and Health and safety procedures and protocols.
• To keep accurate records.

The Essentials

• Experience in a high throughput working environment
• Good IT skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organisational skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Be able to work under pressure.

Our benefits include:

• Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Ability to Buy annual leave.
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies.
• 'Celebrating Success' Recognition Awards
• Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub.

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.

Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.

Everyone Matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.