Laboratory Technician

Hours of work

38 hours per week. Week 1 = 7am – 7pm working Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun (Weds and Thu off). Week 2 = 7am – 7pm working Weds and Thu (Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun off). Week 3 = 7pm – 7am working Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun (Weds and Thu off). Week 4 = 7pm – 7am working Weds and Thu (Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun off).

Step into a hands-on role where accuracy and responsibility go hand in hand. As a Laboratory Technician (Level 3) in our QC team, you\\\’ll perform essential testing using approved methods to ensure the quality and integrity of our products. If you\\\’re detail-oriented, scientifically minded, and ready to contribute to a high-performing lab environment — we’d love to hear from you!

Why work for Imerys?

At Imerys every member of our team matters. Our priority is the health and safety of our people and our aim is to create diverse and inclusive workplaces. We are always striving to be better and to support our people to continuously learn, improve and innovate. This allows them to tap into their full potential and to take advantage of the wealth of career and development opportunities available.

The job role

• Perform routine quality control testing using approved methods and procedures.
• Accurately enter and report test results in the LIMS database.
• Identify, report, and act on any issues affecting test accuracy or sample integrity.
• Test internal reference samples and take appropriate corrective actions.
• Adhere to ISO9001 and ISO14001 standards and all Health & Safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised laboratory environment in line with 5S principles.
• Conduct “Take 5” safety assessments and follow risk and COSHH guidance.
• Support continuity of QC operations, including potential to deputise for Shift Supervisors when required.

What’s in it for you?

• Equivalent of 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro rata\\\’d for shift workers)
• Generous Pension Plan
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Company Sick Pay
• Discounts on external retailers
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing package: Employee Assistance Programme, Virtual GP, Flu and Eye care vouchers, Enhanced family friendly policies, Menopause Support, Private Medical Health Plan

You will

• Be offered professional development, to understand the role and have the following skills:
• Strong literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
• A good understanding of Imerys testing methods and procedures.
• Ability to work with accuracy and within testing deadlines.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible, proactive approach to work and willingness to support colleagues.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment and systems.
• Desire and aptitude to progress into supervisory or leadership roles.
• Legally able to drive in the UK
• Have experience in working in a laboratory environment, especially with regard to Health and Safety.

We would like our application process to be accessible to all – if you require an alternative way to apply then please get in touch on 01952 281924.

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.