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We are currently seeking an interim Laboratory Coordinator to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple. This role offers an opportunity to become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.
The position is based at our client’s scientific Research & Development facility in Port Sunlight Village, Wirral, easily accessible by train and car. It is a full-time temporary role for 12 months, requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation is competitive, up to £29,719 per annum, pro rata, depending on experience.
*Due to the urgency of this role, we cannot accept applications from candidates with more than 1 week's notice.
Role overview:
Coordination and preparation of fragrance evaluations on behalf of the HC Fragrance Team, ensuring standard and safe operating practices.
Duties include:
Coordination
* Work closely with fragrance experts to plan upcoming fragrance evaluation requirements for projects. Book washing machines, booths, lab space; prepare test cloths and wash loads; order and chase samples from project teams and perfume houses. Ensure all assessors and project teams are invited to and can attend assessments.
* Maintain stock for ballast loads and monitors, ordering as needed.
* Maintain the benchmark library of products, updating by ordering new products and disposing of old ones. Register products in the database.
* Maintain the fragrance oil library, updating by ordering new oils and disposing of old ones. Register oils into LIMS.
* Represent the fragrance team in weekly meetings with CTI Laundry Sensory Panel Leader to ensure smooth operation and cost savings.
* Book visitors at reception, order lunches, and book rooms for meetings.
Preparation
* Complete Job Sheets with correct wash conditions and test requirements.
* Ensure test product samples are on site and logged into the database.
Preparation of fabrics
* Ensure quality and best practices at all times.
* Desize monitors in relevant wash conditions, lay out flat to dry.
* Heat seal labels onto monitors.
* Label monitors with relevant codes.
* Desize ballast fabrics prior to use.
* Make up ballast loads to required composition.
* Order fabrics and test monitors to maintain stocks.
* Prepare samples by weighing out main wash powder and fabric conditioner, label jars.
* Prepare water by filling tanks, adding salts for specific hardness, and titrating.
* Perform test washes, load washing machines following protocols, and sort test monitors.
* Hand washes following protocols, sort test monitors.
* Prepare cloths for assessment, damp, in booths, line dried.
* Recover ballast loads for reuse, keep records, and wash sample jars/bottles for reuse.
* Keep track of project costs and suggest improvements.
Safety
* Create and maintain SOPs and Risk Assessments.
* Report safety or maintenance issues.
* Dispatch products/samples globally, label according to safety standards.
* Book samples with correct safety labels and identify numbers.
* Dispose of detergent and fabric conditioner samples appropriately.
Requirements
* Safety awareness, including SOPs and risk assessments.
* Ability to work in a team.
* Strong organizational skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.).
Port Sunlight working environment:
* Free onsite parking.
* Staff shop with discounted products.
* State-of-the-art laboratory and pilot plant facilities.
* Close to train station serving Liverpool & Chester.
* Short drive to Liverpool city centre and Chester.
* Disabled parking available.
* Located in picturesque Port Sunlight village.
* Various site clubs and amenities, including catering outlets and vending machines.
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