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Lab Technician

People Solutions
Posted a day ago, valid for 21 days
Location

Dudley, West Midlands DY1, England

Salary

£24,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Lab Technician position in Dudley offers a salary between £23,400 and £25,000 per annum and requires candidates to have prior lab and quality experience.
  • The role involves ensuring products meet quality standards, maintaining laboratory efficiency, and supporting quality management initiatives.
  • Daily duties include sample testing, reporting results, maintaining equipment, and managing inventory, along with assisting in complaint investigations.
  • Essential skills include strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, effective communication, and the capability to work independently and in teams.
  • The position provides opportunities for career development, access to state-of-the-art lab equipment, and a collaborative team culture.

LAB TECHNICIAN

ROTATING SHIFTS: MONDAY - FRIDAY: /

£23,400 - £25,000 PER ANNUM

People Solutions are looking for a Lab & Quality Technician to join our client based in Dudley.

The role is to ensure customer's products meet the highest quality standards.

You will contribute to maintaining the laboratory's operational efficiency and professionalism, while actively supporting quality management initiatives across the site.

Benefits

  • Innovation: work with state-of-the-art lab equipment
  • Growth: access ongoing training and career development opportunities
  • Team Culture: be part of a supportive and collaborative team
  • Impact: play a crucial role in maintaining the quality and safety of products
  • Site Parking
  • Progression
  • On site canteen

Day to Day Duties

  • Sample Testing: Collect and analyse samples at various stages of the process
  • Reporting: Record and report test results accurately, highlighting any deviations from standards
  • Equipment Maintenance: Ensure lab equipment is calibrated and maintained
  • Data Logging: Keep all sample result logs up to date
  • Visitor Engagement: Interact with visitors, customers, and auditors
  • Stock Control: Manage lab inventory and replenish supplies
  • Complaint Support: Assist in complaint investigations to improve quality
  • Safety Compliance: Follow safety protocols and procedures
  • Recipe Adjustments: Calculate and adjust product recipes as needed
  • Cross-Training: Develop skills in various QC areas such as chemistry, microbiology, and sensory analysis
  • Lab Hygiene: Clean and decontaminate the lab to maintain high standards

Essential Skills

  • Strong organisational and IT skills – especially Microsoft Excel
  • Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and also part of a team
  • Willingness to learn practical techniques
  • Safe handling of hazardous chemicals
  • Comfort working in wet, noisy, and variable environments
  • Effective time management for multitasking
  • Flexibility to assist and collaborate with team members
  • Excellent oral communication skills
  • Confidence to tactfully challenge procedures and results

Desirable Experience

  • Previous Lab and Quality experience

Training

  • Training is provided

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