Quality Lab Technician - Clay & Mineral Testing

Imerys; Hartfield; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus bank holiday

Life cover and income protection

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave and carers leave

Employee Assistance Programme andWell‑

Job summary

Imerys is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join the Ball Clay Quality Laboratory team at Newton Abbot, with the first six months based there and some flexibility to work in Plymouth. The role focuses on testing clay and mineral samples, recording results in LIMS and SAP Opera, and supporting quality standards across production teams.

You will work closely with the Laboratory Supervisor and a second technician to ensure accuracy, safety, and timely reporting, while developing your laboratory

Qualifications

• Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills.
• Strong data recording and administration skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Interest in science and laboratory processes.
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own transport.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Testing & Reporting.
• Preparing and testing clay and mineral samples in accordance with approved laboratory procedures.
• Carrying out routine quality control testing and analysis.
• Accurately recording, analysing and reporting test results.
• Maintaining laboratory records and databases.
• Supporting the laboratory team in meeting testing requirements and deadlines.

Skills

Literacy and IT skills

Data recording

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Interest in science

Full UK driving licence

Education

Science-related qualifications

Tools

LIMS

SAP Opera

Quality management systems

Job description

Imerys is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join the Ball Clay Quality Laboratory team at Newton Abbot, with the first six months based there and some flexibility to work in Plymouth. The role focuses on testing clay and mineral samples, recording results in LIMS and SAP Opera, and supporting quality standards across production teams.

You will work closely with the Laboratory Supervisor and a second technician to ensure accuracy, safety, and timely reporting, while developing your laboratory