Lab Technician

PE Global is currently recruiting for a Lab Technician for a contract role with a leading multinational food manufacturing client based in Reading.

Candidates need to have chemistry related knowledge.

A degree is not essential, but any qualification should be chemistry or be chemistry related.

Candidates need to be hands on, pragmatic and goal oriented.

They should be a team player and be happy to get stuck into a fast-paced environment.

This role is critical in supporting laboratory operations and achieving project goals.

The successful candidate will provide hands-on assistance, plan and perform routine activities, and contribute to the overall success of the laboratory.

Responsibilities:

• Under the guidance of senior team members, work independently and collaboratively to support the operation and goals of the laboratory.
• Provide high-quality customer service by ensuring effective organization of assigned workload, integrity of analytical data, and timely/accurate provision of results.
• Perform basic routine pharmacopoeial analysis using aseptic technique under supervision.
• Operate basic lab equipment as directed.
• Competently use generic and specific software packages required for the role, including the Laboratory's LIMS system and Q-Pulse.
• Perform lab admin and housekeeping duties as directed.
• Conduct experiments, complete assigned projects, or offer functional services under supervision.
• Assess data for compliance and take corrective measures when necessary.
• Assist in interpreting data and writing technical reports.
• Act as a technological resource in your technical area.
• Efficiently administer samples for scientific analysis by creating records, assigning analytical tests, and allocating samples for analysis.
• Maintain chain-of-custody for controlled samples.
• Input results and liaise with clients.
• Demonstrate high-quality customer service by ensuring work is done on time, analytical data reliability, and accurate and timely provision of results.
• Assist with routine checks/calibrations and control documentation to ensure the supply of the most current versions to analysts.

Requirements:

• Scientific background, either through education or technical apprenticeship.
• Experience working on teams and independently with the guidance of more senior team members.
• Desire to drive your future and accelerate your career.
• Time management and prioritization skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication in English.
• Competency in using relevant software applications.
• Accountability, honesty, hardworking, flexibility, and adaptability.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Interested candidates should submit an up to date CV, marked for the attention of Veronica -

Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work full time in UK. Graduate / post-study visas cannot be considered for this role