Laboratory Technician

Recruiter
Confidential
Location
Grimsby
Salary
Competitive
Posted
22 Feb 2021
Closes
15 Mar 2021
Contract Type
Temporary
Hours
Full Time
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Laboratory Technician to join an existing team in Grimsby.

Job Purpose

Testing Final Product and Raw Material for microbiological safety and quality.
Key Accountabilities

Continually seek learning opportunities for growth and development that improves personal and organisational performance
Support a positive can do attitude that inspires and motivates team members.
Daily temperature checks
Pipetting samples
Daily equipment check
Plate counting
Faxing and photocopying
Reporting low stock items
Answering the telephone and speaking to clients
Quality

Receiving samples and assessing condition before processing
Weighing out samples
Media Q.C
Maintaining the standards set by the laboratory
Making Senior Technicians aware of any problems
Following the methods and procedures detailed in the Microbiology Manual
Cost

Improve the performance of our assets to maximise value, minimise waste and minimise costs.
Delivery

Take responsibility for our performance and our decisions. Take action to address problems or failures quickly whilst seeking innovative ways of improving.
Media preparation
Entering samples onto Micro LIMS
Entering results onto Micro LIMS
Drive Sustainable Continuous Improvement
Safety & Environment

Conduct our operations in a safe and environmentally responsible manner
Performing daily safety checks
Removing waste from the laboratory and swapping over the Biffa bins
Segregating waste appropriately for recycling
Manpower

Strengthen our capabilities through targeted development to maximise strengths in our people, processes and equipment.
Skills and Experience Required
-Qualifications Required for the Job

Science Degree or A levels with some lab experience
Experience Required for the Job

Experience working in an analytical environment is beneficial but not mandatory

Key Challenges

Working efficiently as part of the Chemical Laboratory Team to ensure all samples received each week are tested and results released on time.

To apply for this position please either click apply now or contact Laura Jones at Stafforce on (phone number removed)