Laboratory Technician Quality Control - Colour Manufacturing

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We are a specialist manufacturer of colour dye and pigment blends, supplying high-quality excipient products to customers across the food, pharmaceutical and personal care sectors. Operating from a small manufacturing facility, we are committed to delivering products that meet the highest standards of quality, safety and regulatory compliance.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Laboratory Technician to join our Quality Control team. This is a hands-on laboratory position supporting production through the sampling, testing and release of raw materials, intermediates and finished products.

What you´ll do:

• Perform quality control sampling and testing of incoming materials, in-process blends and finished products.


• Conduct colour matching, colour evaluation and colour approval activities against customer and internal specifications.


• Assess colour consistency and identify deviations from standards using visual and instrumental techniques.


• Support timely product release through accurate testing, analysis and SAP record management.


• Prepare and maintain Certificates of Analysis and quality documentation.


• Support Investigations into quality notifications, non-conformances and customer complaints.


• Calibrate, verify and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure reliable performance.


• Maintain laboratory records in accordance with GMP, food safety and quality requirements.


• Manage laboratory samples, chemicals and consumables, including safe storage and disposal.


• Support customer sample preparation and third-party testing requirements.


• Assist with site environmental monitoring and effluent testing activities.


• Maintain COSHH documentation and promote safe handling of powders, pigments and chemicals.


• Support internal audits, external audits and customer visits.


• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with PPE and site safety requirements.


• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory performance and product quality.

What you´ll need:

• Qualification in Chemistry, Colour Science, Materials Science, Food Science or a related discipline.


• Previous experience working within a laboratory environment in the food, pharmaceutical, chemical, personal care, colourant or related manufacturing sector.


• Strong attention to detail.


• Experience maintaining laboratory records and quality documentation.


• Good understanding of quality control principles and laboratory best practice.


• Strong communication and organisational skills.


• Competent IT skills including Microsoft Office.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

Desirable

• Practical experience working with colour pigments, dyes, powders or colour concentrates.


• Demonstrable colour matching and colour assessment experience.


• Experience using laboratory analytical equipment such as UV-Visible Spectrophotometers, Infra-Red Spectrophotometer and Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer.


• Knowledge of SAP or similar quality management systems.


• Understanding of GMP, GDP, HACCP, ISO 9001 or related quality standards.


• Knowledge of COSHH and chemical safety requirements.

Where you´ll work:

• Billericay, Essex, UK. On-site.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.


• Company pension scheme.


• Ongoing training and development.


• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives - from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more.  Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet! 

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. 

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!  

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.  Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges and respects the unique experiences, perspectives, and expertise of every employee.  Through our dedicated Employee Resource Networks, we provide the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry while making a difference in our communities.  

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification