Quality Laboratory Assistant

Sofidel S.p.A.; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Salary sacrifice pension option

Private health care

23 days annual leave + 8 days bank ho!

Free onsite car parking

Discounted staff shop

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Sofidel UK is seeking a Quality Assistant at our Rothley plant. You will perform routine quality testing and provide analytical data under the supervision of the Quality Manager, contributing to data reliability and product quality.

Working with production, you will gain deep knowledge of Sofidel’s products and be key to maintaining industry-leading quality standards across our toilet paper, towels and napkins range.

Qualifications

• Keen eye for detail
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Responsibilities

• Prepare and carry out lab tests (raw materials and finished product) in accordance with the operational procedures
• Maintain the laboratory inventory ensuring the cleanliness of the tools
• Streamline the laboratory processes and maintaining lab cleanliness.
• Analyse competitors’ products according to defined methods
• Perform and maintain all laboratory equipment verifications and calibrations
• Promote a safety-bound corporate culture
• Apply the Corporate Principles and Values

Skills

Keen eye for detail

Excellent communication

Good team player

Analytically driven

Passionate about paper

Job description

The Sofidel Group

Sofidel, headquartered in Porcari (Lucca), is a global leader in tissue paper production. With operations in 12 European countries and 12 U.S. States, we employ over 9,500 people dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity. Our products—such as toilet paper, paper towels, and napkins—are distributed in more than 50 countries.

We own well-known brands including Regina, Nicky, Sopalin, Le Trèfle, Hakle, Softis, Nalys, Cosynel, and KittenSoft, and also produce for private-label retailers. Through the Papernet brand, we serve the Away-from-Home sector, providing quality solutions for businesses and public spaces.

Wherever you are, Sofidel is there, bringing comfort, quality, and sustainability to everyday life!

THE ROLE

Sofidel UK are currently looking for a Quality Assistant to join us at our Plant in Rothley. This role plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality of our products remains at the highest standards. Reporting to the Quality Manager this role plays a vital part in guaranteeing the availability of trustworthy data through the correct development of quality control lab activities. In this entry-level position, you will perform routine quality testing of products and provide analytical data based on your findings.

Working in conjunction with the production department the successful candidate will gain unrivalled knowledge of each product Sofidel manufactures and you will be a crucial part of the quality assurance of our world renowned products.

Main Responsibilities

• Prepare and carry out lab tests (raw materials and finished product) in accordance with the operational procedures
• Maintain the laboratory inventory ensuring the cleanliness of the tools
• Streamline the laboratory processes and maintaining lab cleanliness.
• Analyse competitors’ products according to defined methods
• Perform and maintain all laboratory equipment verifications and calibrations
• Promote a safety-bound corporate culture
• Apply the Corporate Principles and Values

Additional Skills/ Qualifications

• Keen eye for detail
• Excellent communication- verbal and written
• Good team player
• Analytically and process driven to achieve the best
• Passionate about paper

Package / Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Salary sacrifice pension option
• Private health care
• 23 days annual leave + 8 days bank hoildays
• Free onsite car parking
• Discounted staff shop
• Employee assistance program

The Sofidel Group

Sofidel, headquartered in Porcari (Lucca), is a global leader in tissue paper production. With operations in 12 European countries and 12 U.S. States, we employ over 9,500 people dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity. Our products—such as toilet paper, paper towels, and napkins—are distributed in more than 50 countries.

We own well-known brands including Regina, Nicky, Sopalin, Le Trèfle, Hakle, Softis, Nalys, Cosynel, and KittenSoft, and also produce for private-label retailers. Through the Papernet brand, we serve the Away-from-Home sector, providing quality solutions for businesses and public spaces.

Wherever you are, Sofidel is there, bringing comfort, quality, and sustainability to everyday life!