Laboratory Technician

Talent STEM are partnering with an established chemical manufacturing organisation in the Sunderland / County Durham area to recruit a Laboratory Technician on a 12-month temporary contract.

This is a hands-on laboratory role supporting the testing and analysis of raw materials, intermediate products and finished goods within a busy chemical manufacturing environment.

The position would suit someone with previous practical laboratory experience, ideally gained within a chemistry, analytical, quality control or chemical manufacturing laboratory. You do not need experience with every analytical technique used on site, provided you have a good grounding in laboratory work and are comfortable learning new testing methods.

Key responsibilities

- Carry out routine laboratory testing of raw materials, intermediate products and finished goods.

- Undertake quantitative and qualitative analysis using a range of laboratory techniques.

- Analyse process and environmental samples, including pH, TSS and COD testing.

- Support testing and validation activities relating to new plant equipment and technical projects.

- Accurately record, interpret and communicate analytical results.

- Maintain high standards of laboratory documentation, housekeeping and health and safety.

Candidate profile

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