Laboratory Technician

SGS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading testing, inspection and certification company in Manchester is seeking a Laboratory Technician. In this role, you will perform routine testing and administration for consumer products, detect hazards, and maintain workflow to meet deadlines. Candidates with a proactive attitude, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply. This position offers various performance-related benefits and a chance to grow in the industry.

Benefits

Performance related bonus

Private medical cover

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Length of Service Awards

Discounted Gym Membership

Qualifications

• Demonstrated willingness to learn and adapt.
• Effective communication and active listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine testing and administration relating to consumer products.
• Detect potential hazards and report findings/data.
• Maintain sample workflow to meet customer deadlines.

Skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Positive and proactive attitude

Ability to follow procedures accurately

Effective interpersonal skills

Job description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.

SGS’s C&P (Consumer and Products) services help businesses ensure product safety, quality, and compliance through testing, inspection, certification, and auditing—covering everything from manufacturing to distribution across various consumer goods sectors.

Job Description

Job Title: Laboratory Technician

Job Location: Trafford Park

We are currently seeking a Laboratory Technician tocarry out the routine testing and administration relating to the assessment of consumer products within the Hardlines Department. This is an essential role in order to maintain sample workflow to meet customer deadlines.

You will work in a laboratory environment, detecting potential hazards and reporting on findings / data (e.g., instrument failures, equipment out of tolerance, qc failures, abnormal readings/results).

Qualifications

We welcome candidates who are new to the industry and those who can bring a unique perspective and diverse skills to our growing team.

We are actively seeking candidates who may be transitioning from industries such as retail, customer service, hospitality, warehouse and distribution.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to leverage their existing skills while gaining new ones.

As a Laboratory Technician you will demonstrate the following attributes.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks
• Positive and proactive attitude with a willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow procedures and processes accurately.
• Effective interpersonal skills, including communication and active listening.

Additional Information

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

• Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of Service Awards
• Discounted Gym Membership

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

APPLY NOW for full consideration, you can be sure that your application will be treated confidentially and impartially, and you will always receive an update within 10 business days.