Lab Technician

Tennial Personnel are seeking a dedicated and motivated Laboratory Technician to join our client based in the Ipswich area. This is a temporary to permanent position, after a successful 10 week period, with working hours Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm including a 30-minute unpaid lunch break and 15 minute paid break. The successful candidate will be working in the chemical production department and will be given full training, PPE, and shadowing at the start to understand the role fully.

This role is ideal for someone looking to build a long-term career in chemistry, with great incentives and professional development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities include:

Safe handling of hazardous chemicals in line with COSHH regulations and manufacturing procedures

Assembling laboratory glassware and equipment

Following detailed manufacturing procedures for chemical synthesis and formulation

Recording data and test results in accordance with GMP and ISO 9001 guidelines

Testing process samples using various analytical techniques, including Thin Layer Chromatography, Gas Chromatography, and pH measurement

Maintaining, cleaning, and calibrating laboratory equipment

Performing stock and inventory reports

Working independently or as part of a team to meet production and testing targets

Adhering strictly to health and safety protocols and procedures

Skills:

Computer literacy and good arithmetic ability

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation

Ability to work under pressure and manage workload effectively

Competence in working to strict procedures and quality standards

Qualifications:

Ideally educated to A-level standard

Experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, or chemical environment is desirable

Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and ISO 9001 standards is an advantage

Keywords:

Chemistry

Lab Technician

Science