R&D Laboratory Technician

DS Smith; Redditch; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an R&D Laboratory Technician, where your expertise in laboratory testing and data reporting will play a crucial role in enhancing sustainable packaging solutions. This exciting position at a leading provider of sustainable packaging will allow you to work independently while collaborating with a dynamic R&D team. You will be responsible for testing and analyzing the physical properties of innovative products, ensuring the highest quality standards. With opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to sustainability, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the packaging industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company bonus

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Income protection

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Annual Cycle to Work Scheme / EV Scheme

Qualifications

• Educated to a BSc level in science, preferably in Technical/Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry.
• Experience in a laboratory environment is preferred, though training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory tests to evaluate the physical properties of fibre-based packaging.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism and confidentiality in testing.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Data Reporting

Microsoft Office Suite

Numeracy

Technical/Engineering Knowledge

Quality Assurance

Education

BSc in Science

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

R&D Laboratory Technician

Location: Redditch

Type: Full Time

Posted: 2 days ago

Application Deadline: 17. januar 2025 (Applications can still be submitted for 29 days)

About DS Smith

DS Smith is a leading provider of sustainable packaging solutions, paper products, and recycling services in more than 30 different countries. It’s an exciting time to join as we commit to investing in our future across our strategic growth enablers within Innovation (R&D), Sustainability, and Digital & Data.

About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed R&D Laboratory Research Engineer to join our growing R&D team based in our R8 R&D and Innovation Centre in Redditch. This role will provide laboratory test and support facilities to the DS Smith Group to enhance knowledge of our products and their lifecycle. You will be responsible for testing the physical properties of fibre-based packaging, ensuring the highest quality for our customers.

This role suits someone who can work independently with minimal guidance but can also follow detailed test protocols. The position involves a mixture of routine testing and analysis, along with the opportunity to develop test methodologies and product technologies, supporting the Group R&D and Innovation teams.

As the successful candidate, you will ensure test protocols are fully understood and followed, continually seeking improvements to assist in the development of processes and products. You will maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality, as the work will involve commercial and technical sensitivity. Excellent reporting skills are necessary, using tools such as the Microsoft suite to report accurate data and record relevant information. You will keep up-to-date records of tests requested, in progress, and reported to measure against KPIs. Additionally, you will ensure the laboratory and its equipment are maintained to the correct standard.

About You

• Educated to a BSC level in science, preferably in Technical/Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry.
• Experience in a laboratory environment is preferred, although full training will be provided for the successful applicant.
• Competence in the Microsoft Office suite is required.
• A mix of practical and theoretical ability is desirable.
• A high degree of numeracy is required for laboratory operations and testing.
• Experience within the Paper/Packaging Industry is advantageous, although any experience in a test/quality position in a large manufacturing industry is also suitable.
• Must be able to speak and write English to a professional standard.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Company bonus
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Annual Cycle to Work Scheme / EV Scheme

To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.

Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bringing different perspectives, ideas, and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.