Laboratory Technician

Recruiter
Confidential
Location
Leeds
Salary
17000.00 - 20000.00 GBP Annual
Posted
03 Jun 2021
Closes
01 Jul 2021
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
The Hiring Heroes are proud to be working alongside a prestigous textile manufacturer.
They are seeking a lab technician who is keen to gain experience in an exciting and fast moving R&D environment; the selected candidate will be given training and the opportunity to expand the role over time.
Skills, Qualification & Personal Qualities
Essential
* Minimum grade C GCSEs in Maths and English and B in Dual or Triple Science.
* Computing skills - minimum: Office (excel, word, etc)
* Excellent timekeeping and proven record of reliability (references will be sought).
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
* Responsible with an ability to demonstrate a logical approach to solving problems.
* Clean and tidy appearance with a good work ethic
* Awareness of health and safety procedures in a laboratory environment.
* Meticulous and methodical.
* Honesty and integrity (references will be sought).
* Ability to be self-critical and to request assistance when required.
* Polite and professional in all personal interactions.
* Excellent planning and time management skills.
* A passion for science and willingness to learn new skills.
Desirable
* Some previous laboratory experience.
* A-level science, OND, HND or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline.
Job Requirements
* Assisting in the development of new products and processes.
* Operation of laboratory testing equipment and pilot manufacturing facilities.
* Carry out routine tasks accurately and following strict testing methodologies.
* Preparation of sample materials for analysis and testing in a timely manner.
* Ability to accurately and meticulously record and report experimental data.
* Ensuring that the laboratories are kept clean, well-stocked and to maintain accurate records.
* Use of computers for performing mathematical calculations, statistical data processing and the preparation of graphs and other data analysis activities, training will be provided as required.
Benefits
* Great working environment with great team support.
* Unique opportunity to learn and enhance scientific skills.
* Performance related bonus and pension.
* Daily interaction with skilled scientists and engineers.
* Working on varied tasks with the opportunity to participate in many different technical projects
* Invaluable, career-enhancing training will be provided.
* Training and supervision by experienced R&D professionals will be provided