Laboratory Technician

SC Johnson Professional; Denby CP; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme (up to 6% employer)

Life assurance (4× salary)

Healthcare platform access

Enhanced parental leave

Optical vouchers

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Remote work once a week for eligible

On-site canteen discounts

EV charging points

Cycle-to-work scheme

Job summary

SC Johnson Professional in Denby, Derbyshire, is hiring a Laboratory Technician to ensure products are manufactured to high standards and batch pass rates are maintained. You will perform raw material and finished product analyses following GLP/GMP, with regular collaboration across Production, Quality and Supply Chain.

You will join a team including a Technical Manager, chemists, technicians and a microbiologist, carrying out microbiological and chemical testing and reporting results promptly

Qualifications

• Scientific qualifications at GCSE, A-level or degree level.
• Proven ability to perform accurate measurements and record results.
• Experience with GLP/GMP and microbiological testing is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out raw material and finished product analysis per GLP/GMP and company specs.
• Conduct microbiological testing within the laboratory team.
• Record results accurately and communicate adjustments to process operatives.
• Input material deliveries into systems and notify Purchasing of issues.

Skills

Laboratory testing

GLP/GMP

Microbiology

Analytical measurements

IT proficiency

Education

GCSEs / A-levels or University Degree in science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Joining the team at SC Johnson Professional makes you part of a family company with a deep history in the professional market as a leading manufacturer of skincare, cleaning and hygiene products, and smart technologies. We provide solutions to Healthcare, Clean Industrial, Industrial, Office & Institutional, Hospitality & Travel, and Retail & Entertainment markets.SC Johnson Professional is a business unit within SC Johnson, a family-owned and led company and leading manufacturer of quality, trusted products since 1886.Rotating Shift Pattern: 6am-2pm, 10am-6pm and 2pm-10pm• Function: Supply Chain UK ProApplications are welcomed from both experienced and non-experienced candidates - we will consider entry level candidates from school/college/university with scientific qualifications, specific on the job training will be provided.What’s in it for you?Competitive salaryCompany pension scheme (up to 6% employer contributions)Life assurance (4× your salary)Free access to a healthcare platform offering nutritional advice, wellbeing support, and moreEnhanced parental leave policyFree optical vouchers25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidaysRemote work available once a week for eligible employeesSummer office hours: early Friday finish at 1:00 PMEmployee benefits platform with discounts & wellbeing perksAccess to employee assistance programmesComplimentary fresh fruit & hot drinksSubsidised on-site canteenDiscounted products at our staff shopFree parkingEV charging points at our Denby site (powered by our own renewable electricity!)Cycle-to-work scheme plus bicycle storage area“Save a Space” £200 monthly prize draw (earn a ticket every day you car share or don’t use a parking space!)And so much more!About the Role:As a Laboratory Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring that all products are manufactured to a high standard, whilst maintaining the product batch pass rate. You’ll also be responsible for carrying out raw material and finished product analysis in line with SC Johnson’s company specifications.About the Team:Our laboratory team currently consists of our Technical Manager, 2 Process Chemists, 4 Laboratory Technicians and a Microbiologist. The successful candidate will work within this team to carry out microbiological testing and chemical testing for our raw materials and finished products. The position will predominantly be based within our labs with regular contact with key stakeholders within Production, Quality and Supply ChainResponsibilities:Carry out raw material and finished product analysis in accordance with the requirements of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)/Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and in line with company specifications.Carry out microbiological testing in accordance with the requirements of GLP/GMP.Record the results of this analysis accurately and legibly.Calculate any adjustments necessary where products are found to be outside specifications and communicate this to process operatives.Input raw material deliveries into relevant systems and inform Purchasing of any problems.Experience you’ll bring:Able to perform scientific measurements and record resultsScientific Qualifications at either GCSE, A-level, or University Degree level.Behaviors you’ll need:A willingness to learn to perform scientific analysis.Proficient with IT systems – Microsoft Office.Able to work independently, as well as part of a team.Please note that the internal title for this position will be Technician, Quality• Location: Denby, Derbyshire#LI-SS1#LI-OnsiteInclusion & DiversityWe believe Inclusion and Diversity is more than a program. We embed inclusive practices in our day-to-day work, the way we relate to our colleagues, collaborate and make decisions.We value the collective richness of the differences people bring to the organization, including style, personality, thoughts, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and disability – that enables all to bring their full contributions to the organization.Better TogetherAt SC Johnson, we believe people achieve their best when they collaborate and work together in person. We value connection to strengthen teamwork, accelerate problem solving, and drive innovation.