Laboratory Technician

As a Laboratory Technician you will be responsible for

Testing petrochemical samples. The testing usually covers both physical & chemical properties of the materials using calibrated equipment, standard operating procedures & quality control procedure. Data entry of obtained results into the LIMS system.

Key Responsibilities

GENERAL

Petrochemical samples receiving, processing and testing for physical & chemical properties. Instrument calibration, quality assurance, and cleanliness.

BASIC SAFETY

Learn about and follow all Safety standards set as per HSE standards

Know the rules and regulations about handling and storing chemicals, using spill-kits, and using the proper documentation.

OPERATIONS & TEAMWORK

Good verbal and written communication skills

Work reliably with interdependent team-mates

Cooperate and collaborate in a conflict free environment

PROACTIVE ENGAGEMENT

Punctual, cooperative, helpful and flexible

Give before Asking attitude at work

Willing to learn about chemistry, procedures & instrumentation

STANDARD WORK PRACTICE

Receive & log-in samples

Communicate, prioritize, and perform for fast turn-around

Assist senior staff and manager as required

Understand & work according to Standard Operating Procedures

Assist with stocking and ordering of chemicals & supplies

Learn to use related methods, computers and instrumentation

QUALITY ASSURANCE

Understand QA/QC programs and implementation

INSTRUMENTATION

Learn about instrumentation and their use

Learn about calibrations, basic maintenance and repairs

Learn to troubleshoot, solve problems & work with manufacturers

Assist lab experts, supervisors and manager to work on instruments

Qualifications

GCSE / ONC in a science subject. Chemistry is preferable

GCSE Grade C (or similar) Mathematics, English Language

Experience in working in labs is a plus

Job Types: Full-time, Zero hours contract
Contract length: 12 months

Salary: £20,000.00-£22,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays

COVID-19 considerations:
We are exercising all measures against transmission of the Covid-19 with use of mask, use of hand and surface sanitizers, and social distancing as appropriate.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Redcar, TS10 4RG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (preferred)

Experience:

• Laboratory: 2 years (preferred)
• Chemistry: 2 years (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person