Full job descriptionLaboratory Technician
An exciting opportunity for a Laboratory Technician / Lab Technician to support laboratory testing, product development, scientific research, pilot coating, quality processes and manufacturing operations within a specialist chemistry environment.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Laboratory Assistant, Research Technician, Manufacturing Technician, Quality Technician, Technical Laboratory Assistant, Science Technician, Chemistry Technician


SALARY: £26,524 per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Mobberley, Cheshire, North West England (WA16)
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday, 37.5 Hours per Week (Flexi Hours based around operational hours 7am – 7pm)


WHY APPLY?
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a scientific mindset. The organisation is looking for a meticulous, safety-conscious and organised Laboratory Technician with strong attention to detail and a passion for laboratory work, scientific testing and product development.
As the Laboratory Technician you will carry out practical laboratory work, operate pilot-scale equipment and support formulation, chemistry and manufacturing processes within a specialist research environment.
Working with light-sensitive materials in safelight conditions, you will contribute to product development, continuous improvement, experimental design and technical knowledge, helping to support high-quality manufacturing and laboratory operations.
This is a hands-on role where you can really see the impact of your work through to the final product.


DUTIES
Your duties as the Laboratory Technician include:
*Laboratory Testing: Carry out practical laboratory work and operate pilot-scale equipment
*Product Development: Support the development and improvement of products, processes and technical knowledge
*Scientific Experiments: Grow silver halide crystals and silver nanoparticles under carefully controlled conditions
*Pilot-Scale Manufacturing: Work across both small-scale (8L) and larger pilot-scale (80L) laboratory processes
*Formulation Support: Assist with formulation and pilot coating activities
*Measurement and Analysis: Conduct measurement, testing and data collection activities accurately
*Safelight Working: Work with light-sensitive materials in safelight and occasional darkroom conditions
*Experimental Design: Contribute to experimental planning and communicate findings clearly
*Health and Safety: Follow laboratory standards, safety procedures and quality processes at all times


CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
*An A level (grade C and above) or BTEC in Chemistry or proven experience of working in a laboratory environment
*A proven understanding of scientific principles and terminology and of laboratory standards
*A proven ability to use a wide range of laboratory techniques, including measurement and testing
*Will be able to work well independently and as part of a team
*Due to the nature of the business, you will need to be able to work in safelight conditions and very occasionally total darkness
*Must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK


BENEFITS
*Salary of £26,524 which can rise annually based on performance
*27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
*Additional day off to attend the annual Fun Day
*Flexible start and finish times based on operational needs
*Build up flexi hours and take an extra day off each month
*Buy up to a week of annual leave
*Death in service benefit, 4x annual salary
*Discounts on the full product range
*Parking on secure site car park
*Right To Work: Must have unrestricted right to work in the UK


HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P14782
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