Logistics Technician

ALS Laboratories (UK) Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days (+8 bank holidays

Ability to buy extra leave

Sick pay scheme

Salary progression scheme

Perkbox membership

Learning/study support

Pension scheme

On-site parking

Job summary

ALS Laboratories (UK) Ltd seeks a reliable Logistics Technician for our night shift to support the receipt, registration and preparation of samples in a fast-paced laboratory setting.

You will handle equipment, waste processing and maintain a safe, clean working environment while adhering to ISO 17025 and quality systems. 37 hours weekly, nights, with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3 GCSEs including English and Maths are desirable.
• IT skills including knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook, with the ability to learn in-house systems following training.
• Ability to work accurately and consistently to tight deadlines.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Good communication skills.
• A proactive and dependable approach to work.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, quality and housekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Completing a range of logistics tasks to support the effective and efficient receipt and registration of samples into the business.
• Ensuring the registration, preparation and splitting of samples is carried out promptly to comply with sample stability times.
• Packing samples and containers for distribution to customers or subcontractors via courier services.
• Carrying out filtration of waste water samples.
• Rotating sample bottles and disposing of bottles following analysis.
• Washing glassware and maintaining laboratory consumables.
• Processing returns and waste materials for recycling or disposal.
• Ensuring workstations and working environments are kept clean, tidy and organised at all times.
• Following correct storage guidelines and maintaining compliance standards.
• Adhering to ISO 17025 requirements and the Company Quality Management System.
• Following Health & Safety procedures, PPE requirements and safe manual handling practices.
• Reporting any near misses or incidents to the Line Manager

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

GCSEs including English and Maths

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future. We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Logistics Technician to join our night shift team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced laboratory support environment and takes pride in maintaining high standards of accuracy, organisation and safety.

Working within our Logistics department, you will play a key role in ensuring the efficient receipt, registration and preparation of samples, helping the business meet critical turnaround times and quality standards. You will also support the wider laboratory operation through equipment handling, waste processing and maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

About the Position

Hours Per Week: 37

Days Per Week: Monday (22:30 - 06:00) & Tuesday to Friday (22:30 - 06:30)

Basis: Full Time & Permanent

Annual Salary: £25,878 + £2163.15 night shift allowance

Hiring Manager: Daniel Parkhouse

Closing Date: Thursday 3rd September 2026

The Day to Day

• Completing a range of logistics tasks to support the effective and efficient receipt and registration of samples into the business
• Ensuring the registration, preparation and splitting of samples is carried out promptly to comply with sample stability times
• Packing samples and containers for distribution to customers or subcontractors via courier services
• Carrying out filtration of waste water samples
• Rotating sample bottles and disposing of bottles following analysis
• Washing glassware and maintaining laboratory consumables
• Processing returns and waste materials for recycling or disposal
• Ensuring workstations and working environments are kept clean, tidy and organised at all times
• Following correct storage guidelines and maintaining compliance standards
• Adhering to ISO 17025 requirements and the Company Quality Management System
• Following Health & Safety procedures, PPE requirements and safe manual handling practices
• Reporting any near misses or incidents to the Line Manager

The Essentials

• 3 GCSEs including English and Maths are desirable
• IT skills including knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook, with the ability to learn in-house systems following training
• Ability to work accurately and consistently to tight deadlines
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Good communication skills
• A proactive and dependable approach to work
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, quality and housekeeping

Our Benefits

• Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Ability to Buy annual leave.
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies.
• ‘Celebrating Success’ Recognition Awards
• Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub.
• Learning/study support
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Car Parking on-site

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence. At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued. ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

Additional Information

ALS is a global leader in testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in a wide range of industries around the world. Using advanced technologies and innovative methods, we help our clients leverage data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world. Our people are the heart of our business, driving testing solutions and innovations to solve complex challenges and create lasting value for our clients. But most importantly, our people care – for each other and for the work we do.