At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure accurate recording and testing of samples in a lab environment.
- Company: Join Alpha Scientific, a leader in chemical and microbiological testing.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, matched pension contributions, and private health schemes.
- Other info: Dynamic lab environment with opportunities for technical development.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that ensures water quality and makes a real impact.
- Qualifications: GCSE in Science and strong IT skills with attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Working style: Onsite, lab based.
Responsibilities:
- The Sample Receipt Technician is responsible for ensuring that all samples received in the laboratory are correctly recorded and accurately allocated testing to specified client requirements within the appropriate time frame through the use of the LIMS system.
- Assist in maintaining the laboratory accreditation to ISO 17025.
- Apply health and safety and quality standards as required by the Company, statutory legislation and external customer requirements.
- Ensure that all customers' contractual terms are met and that laboratory processes comply with quality standards implemented.
- Promote best practice throughout the laboratory, in terms of quality driven laboratory production.
- Carry out any reasonable duties as specified by the line manager.
Qualifications:
- GCSE in Science and an interest in science.
- Excellent IT skills with a high level of accuracy along with an eye for detail.
- Excellent communication and organisation skills.
- Ability to work within set targets and goals and manage expectations.
- Ability to work well in a team with a reliable, open, honest and approachable character.
Benefits:
- 25 days holiday.
- Pension contribution matched up to 8%.
- Life Assurance 3x base salary.
- Private health scheme.
- Genuit sharesave scheme.
About the Company:
Alpha Scientific is at the forefront of chemical and microbiological testing, reliably providing organisations with detailed analysis of water and air quality. We are a team of highly skilled and trained scientists who work from purpose-built, UKAS accredited laboratories in Sittingbourne, Slough and Manchester. Now part of the Genuit Group's Climate Management Solutions (CMS) business unit, Alpha has ambitious growth plans.
The Role:
The Sample Reception technician will work together with the Laboratory team in Slough to enable water testing to specific SOPs and ensure all quality control procedures are followed to ensure the validity of results. The individual should have enthusiasm for science and wish to develop technically to understand heating and chilled water systems. The Technician will play an active part in ensuring the highest quality of service to clients. The role will involve extensive use of the company LIMS system to allocate testing schedules to samples received.
Sample Receipt Technician in Langley employer: Alpha Scientific
Alpha Scientific is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Slough where innovation meets quality. With a strong commitment to employee development, we provide extensive training opportunities and a supportive team culture that values collaboration and excellence. Our comprehensive benefits package, including generous holiday allowance and private health schemes, ensures that our employees are well taken care of while contributing to meaningful work in environmental testing.
