Laboratory Technician

Normec Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Pension

Enhanced parental leave

Job summary

Normec Group in Northampton is seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to contribute to materials testing, including Soils, Aggregates, Bituminous and cementitious products to BS and BSEN standards. You will schedule samples, organise lab workflows and present data.

The role is a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday, based on-site with free parking. You will train others, perform routine equipment checks, maintain cleanliness, and uphold Health & Safety and Quality manuals.

Qualifications

• Experience with quality systems and safety standards.
• Proficient in Excel and Word for data handling.
• Able to follow procedures and work in a lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory testing of materials to BS/BSEN standards.
• Schedule test samples and organise laboratory samples.
• Prepare and present test data.
• Train team members on test methods.
• Cross-check calculations after tests.
• Daily equipment checks and routine maintenance.
• Keep work areas clean and tidy.
• Ad-hoc duties as required.
• Report any health and safety concerns.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel & Word

Team player

Time management

Quality systems

Adaptability

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you interested in Science and keen to pursue a career where you can make a meaningful impact?

Step Into the Role

Role Accountabilities and Main Duties:

• Laboratory testing of materials such as Soils, Aggregates, Bituminous and cementitious to BS and BSEN standards
• Scheduling of test samples for the required testing
• Organisation of Laboratory samples
• Preparation and presentation of test data.
• Training other team members on test methods as required.
• Cross-checking other team members’ calculations following tests.
• Carrying out daily equipment checks and routine maintenance whilst maintaining cleanliness standards.
• Ensure that all work areas are kept clean and tidy
• Ad-hoc duties as and when required.

These duties are by no means exhaustive and should not be interpreted as a complete definition of the role.

Our Offer

Northampton (free onsite parking)

40 hours Mon-Fri

Company benefits include…

Pension

Enhanced parental leave

Your profile

• Close attention to detail and understanding of operating within a quality system.
• Good IT Skills (Microsoft Office base, in particular Excel and Word).
• Team Player.
• Punctual with excellent time-keeping.
• Strong prioritising and organisational skills.
• Positive attitude towards changes.
• Adaptability to use various in-house systems and follow procedures.
• Experience of working in challenging physical environments.
• To ensure that all laboratory works are carried out to the standards laid out in the Quality Manual and Health & Safety Manual.
• To take responsibility for your own Health & Safety whilst working within the sample preparation department.
• To report any bad practises that you may witness to