Laboratory Technicians

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Hands-on laboratory role

Ongoing training and development

Quality and safety focus

Job summary

Pertemps Gloucester (Chiltern) Industrial is recruiting for a Laboratory Technician in Tewkesbury. This full-time, permanent role supports the Quality and Process team with routine chemical analysis, testing and data recording. You will work to COSHH standards and contribute to continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting.

The ideal candidate has a science background, hands-on wet chemistry skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• A-Level Chemistry or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in chemical analysis or lab testing, preferably in manufacturing.
• Understanding of COSHH and safe chemical handling.
• Attention to detail with methodical testing and records.
• Good report writing and data recording.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 25 kg.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine chemical analysis of process solutions to specification.
• Monitor process chemistry and perform chemical additions/adjustments.
• Perform laboratory testing and quality investigations.
• Produce accurate test reports and maintain lab records.
• Interpret drawings/specifications to assess product quality.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure equipment traceability.
• Handle, store and dispose of chemicals per COSHH.
• Support investigations into non-conformances and deviations.
• Maintain a clean, safe laboratory environment.

Skills

Wet chemistry

Instrumentation

Record keeping

Attention to detail

Independent working

Teamwork

Education

A-Level Chemistry

Scientific/laboratory qualification

Tools

COSHH

Calibration equipment

Quality testing tools

Job description

Pertemps Gloucester (Chiltern) Industrial seeks Laboratory Technicians for a full-time, permanent post in Tewkesbury. Working 40 hours weekly at £13.50 per hour, equivalent to £28,080 annually, the successful candidates will support the Quality and Process team within a manufacturing setting. Duties include routine chemical analysis, process control testing and quality investigations, alongside accurate record keeping. Applicants should hold a scientific or laboratory background, with hands-on skills in wet chemistry and instrumentation, plus a methodical approach to precision and continuous improvement. The position suits those who thrive on practical bench work and contribute to upholding consistent production standards.

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
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effective physically?
• 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