Laboratory Technicians

Laboratory Technician
Tewkesbury | Full-time | Permanent | 40 Hours per Week | £13.50 per Hour

Are you an experienced Laboratory Technician looking to join a growing manufacturing business where quality, precision and continuous improvement are at the heart of what they do?

Pertemps are recruiting for a Laboratory Technician to support the Quality and Process team within a busy manufacturing environment. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a scientific or laboratory background who enjoys a hands-on role involving chemical analysis, quality investigation and process control testing.

The Role
As a Laboratory Technician, you will play a key role in maintaining quality and process standards across manufacturing operations. You will carry out routine chemical analysis, laboratory testing and quality investigations to ensure manufacturing processes remain compliant, consistent and operating within specification.

Key Responsibilities
Conduct routine chemical analysis of process solutions to ensure manufacturing processes remain within specification

Monitor process chemistry and carry out chemical additions and adjustments as required

Perform laboratory testing and quality investigations to support product compliance and root cause analysis

Produce accurate test reports and maintain detailed laboratory records and documentation

Interpret technical drawings and specifications to assess product quality and conformance

Maintain calibration records and ensure traceability of laboratory equipment and test samples

Handle, store and dispose of chemicals safely in accordance with COSHH regulations and company procedures

Support investigations into non-conformances, process deviations and customer quality concerns

Maintain a clean, organised and safe laboratory environment in line with 6S principles

Assist with the movement and handling of chemicals and laboratory materials where required

Ensure all testing and laboratory activities comply with health, safety, environmental and quality standards
Candidate Requirements
A-Level Chemistry (or equivalent) or a relevant scientific/laboratory qualification

Previous experience carrying out chemical analysis or laboratory testing, ideally within a manufacturing or process environment

Understanding of COSHH and safe chemical handling procedures

Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to testing and record keeping

Good report writing and data recording skills

Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively

Physically capable of safely lifting and handling loads up to 25kg in line with manual handling procedures

Strong communication and teamwork skills
Desirable Skills & Experience
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications

Knowledge of industry quality standards or willingness to undertake further training

Experience within a regulated manufacturing environment

Forklift Truck Licence

Understanding of quality investigation and root cause analysis techniques
What's on Offer
Permanent, long-term opportunity with a growing manufacturer

Varied and hands-on laboratory role

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment focused on quality, safety and continuous improvement

Opportunity to develop specialist knowledge in laboratory testing and process chemistry 
Interested?
Apply online today or contact Pertemps Gloucester for more information.

Pertemps Gloucester
Unit 4A, Elmbridge Court
Cheltenham Road East
Gloucester, GL3 1JZ

Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00
(phone number removed)
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed