Laboratory Technician

Talent STEM Ltd; Pity Me; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent STEM Ltd is partnering with a chemical manufacturing organisation in the Sunderland area to recruit a Laboratory Technician on a 12-month temporary contract.

The role involves hands-on testing and analysis of raw materials, intermediates and finished goods within a busy chemical manufacturing environment, carrying out routine laboratory testing, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and accurately recording results while maintaining H&S standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or a relevant scientific subject.
• Previous practical laboratory experience.
• Experience in chemistry/analytical/quality control, chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical, environmental or materials labs is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine laboratory testing of raw materials, intermediates and finished goods.
• Undertake quantitative and qualitative analysis using a range of laboratory techniques.
• Analyse process and environmental samples, including pH, TSS and COD testing.
• Support testing and validation activities relating to new plant equipment and technical projects.
• Accurately record, interpret and communicate analytical results.
• Maintain high standards of laboratory documentation, housekeeping and health and safety.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Analytical skills

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Job description

Talent STEM are partnering with an established chemical manufacturing organisation in the Sunderland / County Durham area to recruit a Laboratory Technician on a 12-month temporary contract.

This is a hands‑on laboratory role supporting the testing and analysis of raw materials, intermediate products and finished goods within a busy chemical manufacturing environment.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out routine laboratory testing of raw materials, intermediate products and finished goods.
• Undertake quantitative and qualitative analysis using a range of laboratory techniques.
• Analyse process and environmental samples, including pH, TSS and COD testing.
• Support testing and validation activities relating to new plant equipment and technical projects.
• Accurately record, interpret and communicate analytical results.
• Maintain high standards of laboratory documentation, housekeeping and health and safety.

Candidate profile

• A degree in Chemistry or another relevant scientific subject.
• Previous practical laboratory experience.
• Experience gained within chemistry, analytical, quality control, chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical, environmental or materials laboratories would be particularly relevant.

What's on offer

• £14.00 per hour
• 12-month temporary contract
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating early day and back shifts
• Broad exposure to laboratory and analytical testing within a chemical manufacturing environment

Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this position.