Laboratory Analyst

Celtic Renewables Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company in Grangemouth is seeking a Laboratory Analyst to support manufacturing analysis. The role involves conducting comprehensive analyses of samples, reporting data, and collaborating with teams to meet performance standards. Candidates should have a scientific background and experience in an analytical laboratory setting. This full-time position offers competitive benefits including a pension scheme, private medical insurance, and a performance-based bonus.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

33 days annual leave

Family Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution

Access to professional subscriptions

Life assurance of 4 x salary

Cycle to work scheme

Electric car scheme via Loveelectric

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in analytical laboratory or industrial fermentation environments.
• Experience with microbiological techniques including aseptic sampling.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis of samples following GLP, GMP, and health and safety requirements.
• Collaborate with team to maintain operational efficiency.
• Report data and trends to stakeholders.
• Manage laboratory instrumentation maintenance.
• Control chemical and consumable stock.

Skills

Scientific background

Analytical skills

Knowledge of HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer Analysis

Communication

Problem-solving skills

Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Job description

Celtic Renewables are widely regarded as one of the most innovative biotechnology companies in Europe, having developed technology patent(s) to convert biological residues – by-products and waste – into sustainable green chemicals. These chemicals are highly sought after across a range of industries including cosmetics, personal care, medicines and household cleaning. We operate Scotland’s first biorefinery in Grangemouth and is a historical exemplar plant for Scotland, operating at commercial scale. This first plant is the launching pad for our ambitious international growth plans to build industrial-scale biorefineries across the UK to meet high demand in key industries.

Job overview

As a Laboratory Analyst based onsite at Caledon Green, Grangemouth, you will work closely with the laboratory and wider production team, to support all analysis within the manufacturing process at Caledon Green in Grangemouth, which in turn will help deliver the Company Vision.

Role responsibilities

• Analysis of all samples relating to our biological process/raw materials/bulk deliveries/CIP samples/water systems and finished product using the correct procedures in compliance with GLP, GMP, Health and safety, SOPs and environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Work with laboratory team members and process operators to maintain the continual operation of our process thus ensuring deadlines & KPIs are met.
• Interpretation and reporting of data & trends to key stakeholders
• Adherence to all compliance documentation including SOPs, RAs & COSHH to ensure that compliance and safe working practices are followed.
• You will be responsible for collating and maintaining relevant data in the company format.
• You will have a good eye for detail and uphold a high standard of housekeeping.
• Ensure maintenance is carried out on all laboratory instrumentation.
• You will be responsible for chemical and consumable stock control within the laboratory
• Demonstrate behaviours which align with our company values

Skills & Experience

• You will have a scientific background and be able demonstrate appropriate relevant experience in an analytical laboratory or within an industrial fermentation/distillation environment.
• Working knowledge of laboratory instrumentation including HPLC, GC & Karl Fischer Analysis.
• Strong analytical skills.
• A good communicator and team worker with the ability to deliver high performance standards relating to GLP, GMP, Quality, H&S, Regulatory and Customer Service.
• Ability to work under pressure to deliver on time results.
• Demonstrate high level of problem-solving skills.
• Experience in microbiological techniques such as but not limited to – aseptic technique; aseptic sampling and agar plating would be desirable.
• Proficient and confident in the use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Working hours & benefits

• You will be required to work 35 hours per week Monday to Friday 08:30 to 4:30.
• Performance based bonus
• 33 days annual leave
• Family Private Medical Insurance which includes dental and optical annual allowance
• Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution
• Access to professional subscriptions
• Life assurance of 4 x salary
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric car scheme via Loveelectric
• To be part of something “world changing.”