<div><p>Closing Date for Application: Monday 06/07/2026</p><h3>Job Summary</h3><p>Polypipe Building Products, part of the Genuit Group, is looking for a Materials Laboratory Technician to manage the day‑to‑day operations of our Materials Testing Laboratory, ensuring the quality and compliance of incoming raw materials and supporting new product development.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Manage day‑to‑day operation of Materials Testing Laboratory at BHL, focusing on recycled PVC and PP materials.</li><li>Carry out Batch Release Testing (BRT) and Process Verification Testing (PVT) on incoming raw materials in line with relevant standards, quality plans and procedures.</li><li>Interpret, analyse and communicate test results to key stakeholders.</li><li>Support new product development and process improvement projects within the moulding and extrusion departments.</li><li>Ensure compliance with SOPs, test methods, quality plans and industry standards.</li><li>Complete and maintain accurate test sheets, reports and measurement records.</li><li>Participate in third‑party audits and support audit preparation activities.</li><li>Identify and communicate material failures or non‑conformances promptly.</li><li>Develop, implement and maintain laboratory test procedures.</li><li>Maintain laboratory equipment, including calibration and routine servicing.</li><li>Complete all mandatory training requirements.</li><li>Carry out all activities in accordance with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies.</li><li>Follow safe systems of work and be responsible for own health and safety, and for colleagues.</li><li>Comply with all relevant company policies, including the Driver Handbook and Substance Misuse Policy where applicable.</li></ul><h3>Skills & Experience</h3><ul><li>Degree qualified in Polymer Science, Materials Science or a related discipline.</li><li>Knowledge of recycled polymer grades, particularly PVC and PP, is advantageous.</li><li>Previous laboratory experience is desirable.</li><li>Strong communication skills, capable of engaging at all levels.</li><li>Excellent organisational and time management skills.</li><li>Good IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.</li><li>Self‑motivated, proactive and results‑focused.</li><li>Positive and flexible approach to work.</li><li>Strong team player, able to collaborate across departments.</li><li>Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for enhancing products and processes.</li></ul><h3>Working Hours & Benefits</h3><p>Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm</p><ul><li>Contributory pension scheme – matched up to 8%</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>Enhanced maternity & paternity pay</li><li>Sharesave scheme</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Health & wellbeing initiatives (complimentary occupational health, on‑site physiotherapy and counselling services)</li><li>Staff discount on all Genuit Group products</li><li>Free on‑site parking</li></ul></div>