Laboratory Technician

Vantis Software; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software firm in Gloucester is seeking a Lab Technician to join their quality control team. This full-time position involves preparing and conducting tests on composite materials, maintaining high standards of accuracy, and ensuring effective communication within the team. The ideal candidate will have a scientific background, though experience is not essential. Benefits include a competitive salary, training opportunities, and comprehensive employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Salary of up to £28,000

Full training and development opportunities

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Life assurance of 4 x annual salary

Access to leisure benefits

Qualifications

• Confident in reading and understanding test methods and plans.
• Capable of working to high standards of accuracy.
• Scientific background with laboratory experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare test samples and conduct testing.
• Set up equipment for testing.
• Report results and maintain records.
• Ensure high housekeeping standards.
• Work in line with quality and safety requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Clear communication

Education

Scientific background

Job description

AIS have an exciting opportunity for someone looking to start their career in quality control and laboratory testing. You will work closely with the current, well-established QA team, who will support your development through both training and mentoring. Our Lab Technicians assist with the testing of composite materials by carrying out laboratory studies.

Some knowledge of materials science and quality control testing will be an advantage but is not essential.

What Will You Do As Our Lab Technician

• Following precise instructions in the preparation of a range of test samples and carrying out testing
• Setting up all appropriate equipment for testing
• Efficiently reporting on results from the studies and ensuring good standards of record keeping are maintained
• Maintaining tools and equipment, including cleaning and safe storage
• Maintaining high levels of housekeeping; taking pride in your working areas
• Working in line with requirements of quality, health and safety, and environmental management systems

What Are We Looking For In Our Lab Technician

• Confident in reading and understanding test methods and test plans
• Capable of working to consistently high standards of accuracy
• Eye for detail
• Unfazed when working under pressure to strict deadlines
• Enthusiastic self-starters with strong organisational skills
• Clear communicators who can work well as part of a team and without constant supervision
• Scientific background with experience of working in a laboratory team would be beneficial but not essential

What Are The Benefits Of Being Our Lab Technician

• Salary of up to £28,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Full training and development opportunities
• Being part of a supportive and professional team
• Up to 6% pension contributions (matched)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Life assurance of 4 x annual salary
• Comprehensive employee assistance program including 24/7 GP, unlimited mental health support and legal consultations
• Access to leisure benefits including a cycle to work scheme

This is a full-time, temporary position, with possibility of becoming permanent position, expected to last 12 months and working 37.5 hours per week. Working hours: 08:00-16:45 Monday-Thursday and 08:00-12:30 on Fridays.