Senior Lab Technician - Chemicals / Detergents
Location: Stafford
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 DOE
KO2's client, a specialist in advanced cleaning technology, is looking to recruit an experienced Senior Lab Technician to join their growing team in Stafford. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background in chemicals or detergents who is keen to play a key role in product development, process optimisation, and lab management.
As a Lab Technician, you will take responsibility for the smooth running of the laboratory, including maintaining equipment, designing and carrying out experiments, and ensuring compliance with test standards. You will work closely with colleagues in software, mechanical design, and operations to optimise wash performance through a deep understanding of chemicals, water, energy, and time.
The successful candidate will be confident in experimental design, data analysis, and presenting results up to board level. This role suits someone with an inquisitive mindset who can bring scientific rigour and practical solutions to the challenges of cleaning systems using detergents and chemicals.
Key responsibilities:
Manage day-to-day laboratory operations, including calibration and test standards.
Design and carry out experiments to optimise cleaning cycles.
Analyse and interpret results, focusing on the role of chemicals and detergents.
Present findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
Contribute to the development of new testing methodologies and measurable parameters.The ideal Senior Lab Technician will have:
A degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
Proven experience in a laboratory environment working with detergents or chemicals.
Strong knowledge of experimental design and process optimisation.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
The ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.Benefits:
Competitive salary (£45,000 - £50,000 depending on experience).
Flexible working hours (Monday-Friday, early finish on Fridays).
Opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping future cleaning technologies.This is a fantastic opportunity for a Lab Technician who wants to step up into a senior role with real influence in a dynamic, forward-thinking business. If you have the expertise in detergents and chemicals to drive innovation, KO2's client would love to hear from you