Laboratory Technician
Cranleigh STEM is working with a sustainability minded food manufacturer in South Yorkshire. My client produces high-quality goods used in human and animal food, agriculture, and other industrial applications. We are looking for a Laboratory Technician to join their team on a permanent, full-time basis.
The Role
As a Laboratory Technician your duties and responsibilities will vary based on the Company’s requirements but will include:
• Routine wet chemistry testing of samples as required.
• Maintaining proficiency in traditional laboratory methods and in the use of modern automated analytical equipment by training and retraining as necessary.
• Housekeeping to assist with the smooth running of the Laboratory i.e., keeping work areas tidy and monitoring consumable stock levels.
• Interpreting results i.e., to be alert to over-limit or out of the ordinary results and to inform customers of out of spec results.
• Carrying out QC checks on equipment and procedures and maintaining these records in accordance with accreditation guidelines.
• Following procedures accurately.
• Accurately recording results.
Experience Required
• Chemistry background, degree, or equivalent.
• You will have a good knowledge and awareness of relevant Health and Safety requirements.
• Ideally have previous experience of working within a scientific Technical Support role.
• Good IT skills, including LIMS, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Have good communication skills and be able to work well individually and in a team.
• Be self-motivated and driven.
• Ability to prioritise workload to ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Have the ability to work under pressure whilst meeting tight deadlines.
• Good decision-making skills, assessing situations to determine the importance.
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