Overview
This role is located in the United Kingdom within our Chemtech Environmental business unit, part of the Cawood Scientific Environment Division. Chemtech Environmental is one of the UK's largest independent chemical analysis testing labs, based in County Durham, serving customers across the UK and Ireland. We also hold a soil importing licence and are open to discuss international testing projects.
Job Title: Laboratory Coordinator (Inorganics Department). The successful candidate will have a strong background in analytical chemistry and be confident with techniques such as ICP-MS or ICP-OES. This is an exciting opportunity to lead, organise and develop a busy laboratory section while ensuring high-quality results and staff development.
Key Responsibilities
* Organisation
o Plan and monitor the daily workload of the laboratory section
o Communicate effectively with other departments
o Be a role model to junior staff and lead by example
o Supervise Senior Chemists, Chemists and Technicians, including day-to-day HR issues
o Maintain good housekeeping standards
o Manage stock levels, liaise with suppliers and place orders
* Analysis
o Undertake sample preparation and analysis
o Report results using LIMS software
* Training & Development
o Develop and implement training plans for Chemists and Technicians
o Coordinate and maintain training records
o Deliver training to staff
o Identify and implement opportunities for improvement in analysis and undertake method development
* Quality
o Ensure staff carry out daily checks; undertake checks yourself when required
o Lead and coordinate NWR (Non-Conformance/Work Request) investigations
* Equipment
o Carry out troubleshooting and routine maintenance of equipment
o Conduct equipment calibrations and ensure servicing schedules are met
About You
* Strong organisational and leadership skills
* Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise across departments
* Proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on continuous improvement
Employment details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Other
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