Laboratory Technician

Fresenius Medical Care North America; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical services provider in Sutton-in-Ashfield is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join their Chemistry and Microbiology Laboratory. This entry-level role involves preparing laboratory samples, testing water for dialysis, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. The desirable candidate should have strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a team. Competitive salary starting at £24,500 with benefits such as pension scheme and health plan.

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

33 Days Holiday

Health Shield - Company paid health cash plan

Long Service Vouchers

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health and Wellbeing hub access

Blue Light card - discounts

Qualifications

• Looking to start your journey in a Chemistry and Microbiology Laboratory team.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and handling of laboratory samples.
• Testing of the water purification plant and clinic water samples.
• Follow SOPs to ensure accuracy.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Report equipment malfunctions.
• Participate in quality control procedures.
• Contribute to maintaining a clean laboratory environment.
• Monitor and manage inventory of supplies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Basic knowledge of laboratory safety protocols

Education

A-level standard

Job description

Laboratory Technician

We are currently recruiting for a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our busy Chemistry and Microbiology Laboratory as a Laboratory Technician. This entry-level position is ideal for someone passionate about science.

The Laboratory currently processes samples for our Production department and our Clinic network, these include testing of Dialysis concentrates, Raw materials and water samples.

The hours of work will be 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, working rotating shifts patterns between the hours of 6am and 6pm. This role will be based at our head office in Huthwaite, Nottinghamshire.

What does the role involve?

• Assist in the preparation and handling of laboratory samples for Haemodialysis Concentrates manufactured on site.
• Testing of the water purification plant and clinic water samples.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment under the guidance of senior technicians.
• Report any equipment malfunctions promptly.
• Participate in quality control procedures to maintain high standards.
• Contribute to maintaining a clean and organized laboratory environment.
• Monitor and manage inventory of supplies.

About you

• You will be looking to start your journey within a Chemistry and Microbiology Laboratory team.
• Have a strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• You will have the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety protocols.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Educated to A-level standard.

What can we offer you?

Here at Fresenius Medical Care, we value the contribution of our people and ensure that we offer industry-leading rewards and progression.

We offer a starting salary of £24,500 with opportunities for salary growth based on your performance, and contributions to our team alongside a wealth of other fantastic benefits listed below:

• Company Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• 33 Days Holiday (inclusive of 8 days bank holiday) increasing with service
• Health Shield - Company paid health cash plan
• Long Service Vouchers
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• bhsf RISE - our Health and Wellbeing hub 24/7 access to GP's and Counsellors
• Blue Light card – providing thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street

Who is Fresenius Medical Care?

We are the leading provider of dialysis services to the NHS, operating 52 partnership dialysis units that together provide regular dialysis treatment to over 3,800 NHS patients in the UK. We are part of a global company treating over 344,000 patients worldwide across over 4,000 clinics.

We also operate 44 production sites on all continents to provide dialysis products such as dialysis machines, dialysers and related disposables. 1 in every 2 of all dialysis machines used around the globe are manufactured by Fresenius Medical Care and we are the 3rd largest medical devices company in the world.

Laboratory Technician posts will be subject to a Basic DBS Disclosure

Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunities employer