Starting Salary of £24,409 Are you a science enthusiast working in a Lab environment? As a Lab Technician with Imerys, no two days are the same. You will work on research based projects, providing technical support primarily for new product development and technical service in the paints and coatings markets. Your responsibilities: * Conducting laboratory experiments within a framework agreed by a senior scientist. * Technical service support under the direct supervision of a senior technician or scientist. * Practical support for new product development and innovation, bringing new ideas and products to the market. * Preparing samples and conducting the tests in accordance with the relevant approved test method, analysing and validating the results to ensure that they are free from errors, reviewing and repeating as necessary. What’s in it for you? * 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays * Generous Pension Plan * Life Assurance * Income Protection * Company Sick Pay * Car salary sacrifice scheme * Health and Wellbeing Programme * Flu and eye care vouchers * Discounts on external retailers * Employee Assistance Programme * Healthcare cash plan * Cycle to work scheme * An opportunity to work in a role where each day is different and varied You will be offered professional development, to understand the roles of minerals used in Paints and Coatings and have the following skills: * A level/ equivalent in sciences (chemistry, physics, maths, geology) or above. * Have experience in working in a laboratory environment, especially with regard to Health and Safety. * Have a basic understanding of chemistry/materials. * Worked in a laboratory environment at college or similar and understands the principles of scientific experimentation. We would like our application process to be accessible to all - if you require an alternative way to apply then please get in touch IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. @womeninmining