Laboratory Technician

Adepto Technical Recruitment Ltd; Playden; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical recruitment agency is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join their team in Playden, England. This role is ideal for recent graduates or those with a keen interest in Chemistry and Science. Responsibilities include conducting quality control analysis, maintaining laboratory safety standards, and collaborating with other departments. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills and a commitment to health and safety. This position offers full training in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or interest in Chemistry/Science.
• Ability to communicate results effectively.
• Understanding of health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine quality control analysis.
• Ensure compliance with required specifications.
• Maintain lab equipment and perform calibrations.

Skills

Quality control analysis

Data entry

Communication

Health and safety

Tools

GC

GCMS

XRF

IC

Bomb calorimetry

Titrations

Karl Fisher

Hydrometers

Job description

Overview

This is a perfect opportunity for a recent graduate looking to kick start their career or someone with a keen interest in Chemistry/Science. You will be provided with full training and be surrounded by knowledgeable people in the industry. This is an excellent chance to join a business who is committed to creating a sustainable planet.

Role

As the Laboratory Technician you will be responsible for maintaining a safe and efficient operation of all activities in the laboratory including health & safety and quality.

Responsibilities

1. Perform routine and non-routine quality control analysis and interpretation using an array of equipment (GC, GCMS, XRF, IC, Bomb calorimetry, Titrations, Karl Fisher, Hydrometers and more).
2. Sign off and dispatch materials to customers, ensuring required specification is met.
3. Authorise the receipt of loads onto site.
4. Perform data entry and filing of reports to ensure that accurate analytical data is presented in the correct format and in a timely fashion to all relevant parties.
5. Carry out safety critical tasks / analysis required as per procedure dictates.
6. Maintain good housekeeping & cleaning standards within the laboratory.
7. To aid wastewater management.
8. Liaise and communicate results effectively and efficiently to other departments.
9. Perform calibrations and QC checks of lab equipment.
10. Ensure that non-conforming materials are communicated effectively.
11. Undertake project work to improve laboratory and plant processes.
12. Promote a high standard of health and safety within the laboratory.
13. Reporting of near miss accidents and incidents.
14. Make relevant continuous improvement suggestions to supervisors / management and monitor equipment performance