Laboratory Technician Job in Essex

Witham, Essex

Weekly Rotating shift 6am – 1pm and 1pm – 8pm, Monday – Friday. 

Salary: £20.456 plus 10% shift premium (£22.501).

 *Own car essential

To perform routine testing of samples for elemental content in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures using classical and instrumental techniques within a fast-paced commercial laboratory environment.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for conducting analysis of samples within a laboratory environment to a high degree of accuracy in accordance with laboratory ISO17025 accreditation.
• Work with laboratory management to achieve key performance indicators.
• Organise and achieve work as assigned by area team leader/supervisor.
• To ensure safe working practices in line with HSE policy, Risk Assessment and COSHH procedures.
• Actively contribute to lean and continuous improvement activities within the laboratory environment.

Experience & Skills Required:

• A-level in Chemistry.
• Previous work experience in environments that require a practical hands-on approach such as the manufacturing industry and the catering sector.
• Ability to communicate verbally and written to a high standard.
• Attention to detail, able to follow precise instructions
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Flexible, innovative and creative.
• Customer focussed.

* No previous lab experience is required, as full training will be provided.

Due to site location & shift times you would need your own transport and live within a 30-minute commute of Witham.