Laboratory Technicians

Pertemps Gloucester; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

Training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Pertemps Gloucester is seeking a Laboratory Technician in Tewkesbury for a permanent, full-time role (40 hours per week). The position focuses on routine chemical analysis, quality testing and process control within a busy manufacturing environment.

You will work with the Quality and Process team to ensure products meet specifications, maintain laboratory records, and support quality investigations. A-level chemistry and COSHH knowledge are desirable.

Qualifications

• A-Level Chemistry (or equivalent) or a relevant scientific qualification.
• Experience with chemical analysis or laboratory testing is preferred.
• COSHH knowledge and safe chemical handling procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and methodical testing/record-keeping.
• Good report writing and data recording skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine chemical analysis of process solutions within specification.
• Monitor process chemistry and carry out chemical additions/adjustments.
• Perform laboratory testing and quality investigations to support product compliance.
• Produce accurate test reports and maintain laboratory records.
• Interpret drawings to assess product quality and conformance.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure traceability of equipment.
• Handle, store and dispose of chemicals safely per COSHH.
• Support investigations into non-conformances and customer quality concerns.
• Maintain a clean, safe laboratory environment in line with 6S.
• Ensure all testing complies with health, safety, environmental and quality standards.

Education

A-Level Chemistry (or equivalent)

Tools

Forklift Truck Licence

Job description

Laboratory Technician
Tewkesbury | Full-time | Permanent | 40 Hours per Week | £13.50 per Hour

Are you an experienced Laboratory Technician looking to join a growing manufacturing business where quality, precision and continuous improvement are at the heart of what they do?

Pertemps are recruiting for a Laboratory Technician to support the Quality and Process team within a busy manufacturing environment. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a scientific or laboratory background who enjoys a hands-on role involving chemical analysis, quality investigation and process control testing.

The Role

As a Laboratory Technician, you will play a key role in maintaining quality and process standards across manufacturing operations. You will carry out routine chemical analysis, laboratory testing and quality investigations to ensure manufacturing processes remain compliant, consistent and operating within specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine chemical analysis of process solutions to ensure manufacturing processes remain within specification
• Monitor process chemistry and carry out chemical additions and adjustments as required
• Perform laboratory testing and quality investigations to support product compliance and root cause analysis
• Produce accurate test reports and maintain detailed laboratory records and documentation
• Interpret technical drawings and specifications to assess product quality and conformance
• Maintain calibration records and ensure traceability of laboratory equipment and test samples
• Handle, store and dispose of chemicals safely in accordance with COSHH regulations and company procedures
• Support investigations into non-conformances, process deviations and customer quality concerns
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe laboratory environment in line with 6S principles
• Assist with the movement and handling of chemicals and laboratory materials where required
• Ensure all testing and laboratory activities comply with health, safety, environmental and quality standards

Candidate Requirements

• A-Level Chemistry (or equivalent) or a relevant scientific/laboratory qualification
• Previous experience carrying out chemical analysis or laboratory testing, ideally within a manufacturing or process environment
• Understanding of COSHH and safe chemical handling procedures
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to testing and record keeping
• Good report writing and data recording skills
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Physically capable of safely lifting and handling loads up to 25kg in line with manual handling procedures
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications
• Knowledge of industry quality standards or willingness to undertake further training
• Experience within a regulated manufacturing environment
• Forklift Truck Licence
• Understanding of quality investigation and root cause analysis techniques

What's on Offer

• Permanent, long-term opportunity with a growing manufacturer
• Varied and hands-on laboratory role
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive team environment focused on quality, safety and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to develop specialist knowledge in laboratory testing and process chemistry