Company: Infineum Role Title: Technology Operations Coordinator Function and Department: Technology Operations Location: Abingdon, UK (On-Site) Who We Ar eInfineum is a world-class specialty chemicals company dedicated to groundbreaking specialty chemicals through innovative research. Our purpose is to create a sustainable future through innovative chemistry and we are proud of our global footprint and commitment to safety. Why Work for UsInfineum offers competitive pay, work flexibility, and comprehensive wellbeing initiatives. Our inclusive and collaborative culture ensures every team member is valued and empowered, fostering growth and development. Join Infineum for a rewarding career where innovation and support are at the forefron t. Position Summa ry:This position is for a technically minded individual to join our lab operations group, where you will provide technical, logistical and laboratory support to our product development and customer technical support grou ps. In this role, you are the link between project leaders and our onsite operational teams and external service providers. You will be required to liaise with project leaders, understand their project needs, develop an operations plan and execute that plan. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects across different segments of our lubricants business and work with project leaders around the gl obe. You will be responsible for scheduling small and large scale blending operations, managing the inventory of blend components, scheduling analytical, bench and engine tests at internal and external labs, and fulfilling customer requests. You will be responsible for upholding the quality and safety standards of Technology Operations. As you develop, you will be expected to be able to interpret test results, spot errors/trends and propose next steps for the work. You will also play a key role in defining best practice in our laborato ries. Key Responsibil ities Proactively contribute to the high safety standard of the group, ensure samples are managed in line with Infineum's established safety management systemCo-ordinate and ensure completion of discrete work elements. This includes: arranging package and oil blends, scheduling analytical and performance tests, and providing guidance to project leaders on the most efficient way to achieve their require ments.Liaise with internal groups and external service providers to ensure analytical, bench and engine testing are delivered to a high-quality standard and against established time lines.Contribute to lab improvement activ ities.Contribute to operations improvement activities onsite, including lab management and process devel opmentProvide flexible support to business-critical activities as req uired. What will you gain from thi s role?Visibility of a wide range of technology areas and process optimisation p rojectsUnderstanding of how additives and lubricants are formulated, and evaluated, to meet the performance requirements set by the automotive lubricants i ndustryOpportunities to plan, lead and carry out discrete work e lementsOpportunities to broaden network and collaborate both inside and outside of I nfineumScope to grow the role in terms of increasing independence, coaching and mentoring, communication and collab oration Skills & Qualifi cations:Strong commitment to safety and qualit y valuesEstablished technical competency with a science ba ckgroundKnowledge of chemistry would be an a dvantageLab experience is p referredGood time management skills and the ability to drive work forward to meet targets and ti melines.Capability to manage a complex workload, delivering across multiple projects at any one timeExcellent communicatio n skillsAttention to detail, and capability to scrutinise, evaluate and relay complex technical inf ormationCompetent user of data analysis packages and word processing software What we offer:The opportunity to learn and grow. We believe there is no better way to learn than by doing, so from day one you will have the opportunity to make a real difference and develop the next generation of engine oil formulations that will power transportation of th e future.Build an exciting career with an inclusive company that values everyone as an i ndividualExposure across several key global groups and the opportunity to work with people from around the world, gaining an understanding of a commercial business a s a wholeCompetitive salary, medical and retirement benefitsCommunity outreach activities & social clubs – Wellbeing, Inclusiveness & Diversity, Environmenta l, SportsOnsite subsidized restaurant and secure onsit e parking Learn morehttps://www.in fineum.com