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Laboratory Technicians
Tewkesbury
Laboratory Technician
Tewkesbury | Full-time | Permanent | 40 Hours per Week | £13.50 per Hour
Are you an experienced Laboratory Technician looking to join a growing manufacturing business where quality, precision and continuous improvement are at the heart of what they do?
Pertemps are recruiting for a Laboratory Technician to support the Quality and Process team within a busy manufacturing environment. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a scientific or laboratory background who enjoys a hands-on role involving chemical analysis, quality investigation and process control testing.
The Role
As a Laboratory Technician, you will play a key role in maintaining quality and process standards across manufacturing operations. You will carry out routine chemical analysis, laboratory testing and quality investigations to ensure manufacturing processes remain compliant, consistent and operating within specification.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct routine chemical analysis of process solutions to ensure manufacturing processes remain within specification
- Monitor process chemistry and carry out chemical additions and adjustments as required
- Perform laboratory testing and quality investigations to support product compliance and root cause analysis
- Produce accurate test reports and maintain detailed laboratory records and documentation
- Interpret technical drawings and specifications to assess product quality and conformance
- Maintain calibration records and ensure traceability of laboratory equipment and test samples
- Handle, store and dispose of chemicals safely in accordance with COSHH regulations and company procedures
- Support investigations into non-conformances, process deviations and customer quality concerns
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe laboratory environment in line with 6S principles
- Assist with the movement and handling of chemicals and laboratory materials where required
- Ensure all testing and laboratory activities comply with health, safety, environmental and quality standards
Candidate Requirements
- A-Level Chemistry (or equivalent) or a relevant scientific/laboratory qualification
- Previous experience carrying out chemical analysis or laboratory testing, ideally within a manufacturing or process environment
- Understanding of COSHH and safe chemical handling procedures
- Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to testing and record keeping
- Good report writing and data recording skills
- Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
- Physically capable of safely lifting and handling loads up to 25kg in line with manual handling procedures
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications
- Knowledge of industry quality standards or willingness to undertake further training
- Experience within a regulated manufacturing environment
- Forklift Truck Licence
- Understanding of quality investigation and root cause analysis techniques
What's on Offer
- Permanent, long-term opportunity with a growing manufacturer
- Varied and hands-on laboratory role
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Supportive team environment focused on quality, safety and continuous improvement
- Opportunity to develop specialist knowledge in laboratory testing and process chemistry
Interested?
Apply online today or contact Pertemps Gloucester for more information.
Pertemps Gloucester
Unit 4A, Elmbridge Court
Cheltenham Road East
Gloucester, GL3 1JZ
Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00
01452 507500
Tewkesbury | Full-time | Permanent | 40 Hours per Week | £13.50 per Hour
Are you an experienced Laboratory Technician looking to join a growing manufacturing business where quality, precision and continuous improvement are at the heart of what they do?
Pertemps are recruiting for a Laboratory Technician to support the Quality and Process team within a busy manufacturing environment. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a scientific or laboratory background who enjoys a hands-on role involving chemical analysis, quality investigation and process control testing.
The Role
As a Laboratory Technician, you will play a key role in maintaining quality and process standards across manufacturing operations. You will carry out routine chemical analysis, laboratory testing and quality investigations to ensure manufacturing processes remain compliant, consistent and operating within specification.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct routine chemical analysis of process solutions to ensure manufacturing processes remain within specification
- Monitor process chemistry and carry out chemical additions and adjustments as required
- Perform laboratory testing and quality investigations to support product compliance and root cause analysis
- Produce accurate test reports and maintain detailed laboratory records and documentation
- Interpret technical drawings and specifications to assess product quality and conformance
- Maintain calibration records and ensure traceability of laboratory equipment and test samples
- Handle, store and dispose of chemicals safely in accordance with COSHH regulations and company procedures
- Support investigations into non-conformances, process deviations and customer quality concerns
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe laboratory environment in line with 6S principles
- Assist with the movement and handling of chemicals and laboratory materials where required
- Ensure all testing and laboratory activities comply with health, safety, environmental and quality standards
Candidate Requirements
- A-Level Chemistry (or equivalent) or a relevant scientific/laboratory qualification
- Previous experience carrying out chemical analysis or laboratory testing, ideally within a manufacturing or process environment
- Understanding of COSHH and safe chemical handling procedures
- Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to testing and record keeping
- Good report writing and data recording skills
- Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
- Physically capable of safely lifting and handling loads up to 25kg in line with manual handling procedures
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications
- Knowledge of industry quality standards or willingness to undertake further training
- Experience within a regulated manufacturing environment
- Forklift Truck Licence
- Understanding of quality investigation and root cause analysis techniques
What's on Offer
- Permanent, long-term opportunity with a growing manufacturer
- Varied and hands-on laboratory role
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Supportive team environment focused on quality, safety and continuous improvement
- Opportunity to develop specialist knowledge in laboratory testing and process chemistry
Interested?
Apply online today or contact Pertemps Gloucester for more information.
Pertemps Gloucester
Unit 4A, Elmbridge Court
Cheltenham Road East
Gloucester, GL3 1JZ
Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00
01452 507500
Salary: £28080 per annum
Hours Per Week: Full-Time
