Laboratory Technician Assistant

Pursuit Executive Recruitment Ltd; Witham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A global laboratory organization is seeking a Laboratory Technician Assistant in Witham. The role involves weighing samples, maintaining laboratory equipment, and applying health and safety standards. Candidates must have rights to work in the UK and a driving license is preferred due to location requirements. The position offers a salary of £24,102 plus a 10% shift allowance.

Qualifications

• Must have full rights to work in the UK indefinitely.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Experience in a laboratory setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Weigh out analytical samples for the laboratory.
• Load and unload laboratory dishwashers and wash lab glassware.
• Deliver samples and glassware using the company van.
• Maintain a clean and safe laboratory environment.

Skills

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Discretion and confidentiality

Communication skills

Speed and accuracy in preparation

Attention to detail

Organised and disciplined manner

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Laboratory Technician Assistant

Location: Witham

Salary: 24,102 + 10% Shift allowance (that's an extra 2,410 a year)

Shifts: Biweekly rotation; 6am - 1pm, 1pm - 8pm. Weekend working is available and required in line with the need of the business.

NB. If you do not reside in Witham; you must be a car driver for this position due to the shifts as public transport does not support the start time. Please only apply if you are within a 20–30 minute commute of Witham - i.e. Chelmsford, Braintree, Colchester, Maldon. Those who reside outside this area will not be shortlisted. Please indicate your location clearly on your CV to avoid delay in shortlisting your CV.

You must have full rights to work in the UK indefinitely.

Do you have a passion for Science? Are you keen to start your career working for a Global organisation specialising in analysing metals and minerals within a laboratory setting?

Role purpose

To weigh out analytical samples for the laboratory; load and unload the laboratory dishwashers; washing up laboratory glassware; porter with the use of the company van; and sample preparation under the guidance of the chemist/Laboratory Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• All duties to be carried out in accordance with Health and Safety and Environmental policies and the Company's accreditation and quality systems, ISO 9001, 14001, 18001 AND 17025.
• To develop good laboratory weighing techniques.
• To ensure that work is carried out in conformance with instructions, established methods and quality standards.
• To build a knowledge and understanding of the material types being analysed and their relevant sample preparation requirements.
• If the individual has a current driving licence, to act as a porter to other company units on the estate, delivering samples and glassware using the company van.
• To understand the importance of quality and the quality systems UKAS ISO 17025 and ISO 9001:2000 used within the laboratory.
• To ensure that equipment is efficiently and effectively used, maintained and cleaned.
• To ensure that good housekeeping and a clean, safe and tidy environment is maintained in the Laboratory.
• Other duties as directed by the Laboratory Supervisor.

Principal Accountabilities

• To assist the team leader to weigh analytical samples to a high degree of accuracy and within preset times.
• To report to the Supervisor on any deviation from, or failure of methods, systems and procedures.

Necessary skills and experience

• Computer literate.
• The ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate with Company personnel at all level.
• Ability to prepare and weigh with speed and accuracy, and have good attention for detail.
• Ability to work in an organised and disciplined manner.