Laboratory Technician Industrial Chemicals

System Recruitment Limited; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Laboratory Technician in Oldbury to manage quality control, testing, and product development in the industrial chemicals sector. Ideal candidates will possess a science degree, preferably in Chemistry, and have a passion for laboratory work. Responsibilities include ensuring product quality, assisting with production, and maintaining documentation. This position offers a competitive salary range of £25,000 to £30,000 and is suitable for those living close to Oldbury or willing to relocate.

Benefits

Pension

Death in Service

Qualifications

• Degree educated in a relevant science-based discipline (ideally Chemistry).
• Some commercial experience in a laboratory setting preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for testing, quality control, and product development.
• Work closely with Production to ensure timely dispatch.
• Maintain technical and safety documentation.

Skills

Quality Control

Testing

Regulatory Compliance

Product Development

Problem-Solving

Education

Degree in Science-based Discipline (Chemistry preferred)

Job description

Technical Jobs Oldbury, England £25000 - £30000 per annum Pension, Death in Service Permanent Apply Now

Laboratory Technician Industrial Chemicals

Sector – Industrial Chemicals

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Oldbury, Birmingham, West Midlands, Dudley, Wolverhampton

Post Code: B69 4NH

Salary: £25,000 to £30,000 depending on experience

Start Date: ASAP

A well established and successful global manufacturing group in the industrial chemicals sector require a Laboratory Technician Industrial Chemicals for a position in Oldbury, near Birmingham.

Reporting to the Production Manager you will be responsible for all Quality Control, Testing, Regulatory and Development work.

You will be degree educated in a relevant science-based discipline (ideally Chemistry) and have some commercial experience in a laboratory setting, although prior experience is not essential.

Main Tasks

• Be responsible for testing, quality control, regulatory and product development and assisting with production processes when required.
• Work on own initiative and elevate issues to Production Manager Oldbury as appropriate.
• Work closely with Production to ensure timely despatch of on spec deliveries.
• To support the sales team in business development by developing solutions in response to customer demands.
• Identify and report any product or equipment faults.
• Maintain good stock of reagents and consumables needed for laboratory use.
• Keep all Bills of Material up to date including operating instructions.
• To develop and maintain Technical Data sheets, Material Safety Data Sheets.
• To investigate the cause of any quality related non-conformances and assist in the implementation of agreed preventive measures.

The role will suit individuals currently working as Laboratory Technician Industrial Chemicals Lab Technician, Lab Tech, Laboratory Assistant and be living within a commutable distance of Oldbury, Birmingham, West Midlands, Dudley, Wolverhampton, Kidderminster, Bromsgrove, Bridgnorth or be willing to relocate.

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