Laboratory Technician

JR United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational Food Manufacturing client is recruiting for a Lab Technician for a temp to perm role. The position requires strong organizational skills and a degree in Chemistry, with responsibilities involving sample administration, data management, and collaboration within the laboratory setting. Candidates should be motivated to enhance their career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, fresh graduates are welcome.
• Demonstrated experience in a lab with wet chemistry is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Administer samples for scientific analysis and maintain chain-of-custody.
• Ensure integrity of analytical data and timely provision of results.
• Conduct experiments and assist in writing technical reports.

Skills

Organizational skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Accountability

Hardworking

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Tools

Laboratory’s LIMS system

Q-Pulse

Job description

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PE Global are currently recruiting for a Lab Technician for a 'temp to perm' role with a leading multinational Food Manufacturing client based in Reading.

You efficiently administer samples for scientific analysis by creating records, assigning analytical tests, allocating samples for analysis, maintaining chain-of-custody for controlled samples, inputting results and liaising with clients. This role requires you to apply your organizational skills to meet tight deadlines.

Job Responsibilities

• Under the guidance of senior team members, work independently and collaboratively to support the operation and goals of the laboratory.
• Provide high-quality customer service by ensuring effective organization of assigned workload, integrity of analytical data, and timely/accurate provision of results.
• Perform basic routine pharmacopoeia analysis using aseptic technique under supervision.
• Operate basic lab equipment as directed.
• Competently use generic and specific software packages required for the role, including the Laboratory’s LIMS system and Q-Pulse.
• Provide training in routine activities.
• Perform lab admin and housekeeping duties as directed.
• Conduct experiments, complete assigned projects, or offer functional services under supervision.
• Assess data for compliance and take corrective measures when necessary.
• Assist in interpreting data and writing technical reports.
• Act as a technological resource in your technical area.
• Efficiently administer samples for scientific analysis by creating records, assigning analytical tests, and allocating samples for analysis.
• Maintain chain-of-custody for controlled samples.
• Input results and liaise with clients.
• Demonstrate high-quality customer service by ensuring work is done on time, analytical data reliability, and accurate and timely provision of results.
• Assist with routine checks/calibrations and control documentation to ensure the supply of the most current versions to analysts.

Requirements

• Please note that the plan is for these positions to become permanent after 6 months, and our client is unable to sponsor workers once the current visa ends. Therefore, all candidates must hold a British passport or have settled status in the UK.
• The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemistry, they can be a fresh grad or have some experience of working in a lab and wet chemistry.
• Desire to drive your future and accelerate your career.
• Experience working on teams and independently with the guidance of more senior team members.
• Organizational skills.
• Competency in using relevant software applications.
• Accountability, honesty, hardworking, flexibility, and adaptability.
• Good written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability create a motivational environment, driving good health and safety culture.

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV.