Laboratory Technician

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in advanced engineered products is hiring a Laboratory Technician in Exeter. The role involves performing sample analyses, maintaining lab equipment, and supporting a collaborative team culture. Competitive salary of £36,000 plus benefits and opportunities for professional growth make this an exciting opportunity.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Great salary reviewed annually

Medical insurance

Life assurance 6x salary

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

SUPERB pension contributions

Access to continuous training

Career development initiatives

Qualifications

• Strong mathematical and computer skills required.
• Experience with laboratory analysis techniques and equipment essential.
• Proactive approach to safety with adherence to standards expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed analysis of samples for clients.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment adhering to operational standards.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization within the laboratory.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mathematics skills

Communication skills

Laboratory analysis techniques

Education

Science-related background

Job description

Laboratory Technician

Exeter

£36000 + Benefits (bonus, annual pay review, healthcare, 28 holidays + BH + more!)

Yolk Engineering is exclusively partnered with a global powerhouse manufacturer of advanced engineered products in the recruitment of a Laboratory Technician to join a welcoming team and company at an exciting time.

You'll support a product range that's varied, cutting-edge and always evolving, working closely with highly motivated and skilled people in a business known for its healthy culture and that are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

You'll join a business with a collaborative culture that offers direction, support and autonomy in line with your abilities, with plenty of opportunities for ongoing development.

This is a three shift role working Monday-Friday 6am - 2pm, 2pm - 10pm and 10pm - 6am on weekly rotations.

This is what you'll be doing as a Laboratory Technician

• Performing detailed analysis of samples
• Conducting sample preparation and analysis for various internal and external clients.
• Maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment, ensuring all instruments are up-to-date and functioning optimally.
• Ensuring high standards of cleanliness and organization within the laboratory by adhering to 5S principles.
• Entering and managing results into Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
• Carrying out analysis of test results

The experience you'll bring to the team

• A science-related background with strong mathematical and computer skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to independently interpret results and recommend necessary alloy chemistry adjustments.
• Experience with laboratory analysis techniques and equipment.
• A proactive approach to safety and a willingness to adhere to stringent safety standards.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, small team environment, covering shifts as required.
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) and the ability to maintain accurate records.

What you get in return

• Great salary, reviewed annually
• Annual bonus
• SUPERB pension contributions
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays
• Medical insurance
• Life assurance 6x salary
• Opportunities for professional growth in a thriving and diverse workplace.
• Access to continuous training and career development initiatives.
• Work in a high-tech, collaborative environment where your contributions matter.

Are you up to the challenge?

If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this Laboratory Technician role apply now.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.