Operations Chemist – Environmental Testing & Fab Support

Lumentum; Towcester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumentum in Towcester, UK, is seeking an Operations chemist to support environmental testing and chemical prep for our semiconductor fab. You will handle sample collection, operate analytical equipment, and prepare chemical mixes to support fab operations.

Join a team focused on safety, compliance, and precise data reporting, maintaining records and assisting with risk assessments and training related to chemical handling.

Qualifications

• Qualification in chemistry or equivalent with hands-on lab exposure.
• Familiarity with chromatography and mass spectrometry techniques.
• Experience with hazardous materials is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples for analysis accurately and representatively.
• Operate analytical equipment to deliver fast, accurate data for fab operations.
• Report data clearly to a multidisciplinary team and maintain records.
• Ensure compliance with international standards in data and equipment logs.
• Assist with chemical handling, disposal, and safety training.

Skills

Chromatography

Mass spectrometry

Laboratory experience

Chemical safety

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

HNC/GNVQ/ Bachelor’s degree in chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Lumentum in Towcester, UK, is seeking an Operations chemist to support environmental testing and chemical prep for our semiconductor fab. You will handle sample collection, operate analytical equipment, and prepare chemical mixes to support fab operations.

Join a team focused on safety, compliance, and precise data reporting, maintaining records and assisting with risk assessments and training related to chemical handling.