Laboratory Technician

Lambourn Woodlands

Full Time Permanent

Salary: Dependent on experience

Due to location you must have your own transport

We are recruiting for a Laboratory Technician to join our client based in Lambourn Woodlands.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a laboratory, science or quality control background who enjoys practical work and wants to develop their experience within a busy manufacturing environment.

Our client is a well-established, independent contract chemical manufacturer and toll blender. As the business continues to grow, they are looking for a reliable, organised and detail-focused Laboratory Technician to support the day-to-day activities of the laboratory and production operation.

The Role

Working as part of the laboratory team, you will be responsible for carrying out routine quality control and in-process testing, maintaining accurate laboratory and production records, and ensuring products meet the required specifications.

You will work closely with Production, Quality and customers, making this a varied role where accuracy, organisation and communication are equally important. This is a hands-on position within a manufacturing environment, so you'll need to be comfortable managing competing priorities and working to production deadlines without compromising on quality or safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine process QCl testing in accordance with approved test methods and procedures.
• Accurately record, check and report test results.
• Complete batch documentation and production records accurately and within required timescales.
• Prepare, review and issue Certificates of Analysis (CoAs).
• Respond professionally to routine customer enquiries relating to CoAs and product documentation.
• Prepare, label and replenish laboratory reagents and solutions.
• Clean, inspect and maintain laboratory glassware and equipment.
• Prepare product, batch and laboratory labels as required.
• Monitor laboratory consumables, PPE and other supplies, ensuring stock levels are maintained.
• Manage retained and expired samples in accordance with company procedures.
• Segregate and dispose of laboratory waste safely and correctly.
• Maintain high standards of laboratory housekeeping, cleanliness and organisation.
• Report equipment faults, stock shortages and safety concerns promptly.
• Follow all laboratory, health & safety and environmental procedures, including the correct use of PPE.
• Prioritise and manage multiple tasks to meet production and customer deadlines.
• Work closely with Production and Quality teams to support the smooth running of the manufacturing operation.

What We're Looking For

• We're looking for someone who is practical, reliable and highly accurate, with a genuine interest in laboratory QC work.
• You may already have experience as a Laboratory Technician, QC Technician, QC Analyst, Laboratory Assistant or similar, ideally within a manufacturing, chemical, pharmaceutical, food, environmental or other process-based environment.
• However, relevant laboratory experience is desirable rather than essential. The right attitude, attention to detail and willingness to learn are equally important.

You'll ideally have:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics and Science.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• The ability to follow written test methods, procedures and work instructions precisely.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy working environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• The ability to work independently while also being a strong team player.
• A professional and customer-focused approach.
• The ability to work efficiently to deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
• A willingness to learn new laboratory techniques, analytical methods and company procedures.
• A commitment to maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience within a laboratory or QC environment.
• Experience working within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience carrying out in-process quality control testing.
• Experience completing batch sheets or other manufacturing documentation.
• Experience preparing or issuing Certificates of Analysis.
• Experience preparing laboratory reagents and solutions.
• Experience using laboratory equipment and maintaining accurate records.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques or instrumentation such as:
• Gas Chromatography (GC)
• Particle Size Analysis (PSA)
• Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
• Basic understanding of laboratory health & safety procedures.

We're looking for someone who is:

• Accurate – understands the importance of getting results and documentation right.
• Organised – able to manage several tasks and changing priorities.
• Reliable – takes responsibility for their work and follows procedures consistently.
• Practical – enjoys being hands-on and working within a manufacturing environment.
• Proactive – willing to identify issues and raise them rather than letting them become problems.
• Adaptable – comfortable working in a busy environment where priorities can change.
• A team player – works effectively with Laboratory, Production and Quality colleagues.
• Keen to learn – interested in developing their technical knowledge and laboratory skills.

What You'll Get

• Monday to Friday, day shift
• Free on-site parking
• 20 days' holiday + Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Opportunity to develop your laboratory and quality control experience within an established and growing manufacturing business

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