Laboratory Analyst

Saint-Gobain Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading materials company in the UK is seeking a Lab Analyst to join their analytical laboratory team. The role involves performing tests on raw materials and finished glass products, including glass chemistry testing and humidity testing. Candidates should be educated to A-Level science or equivalent, possess practical laboratory skills, and exhibit a proactive attitude. The company is committed to inclusivity and may discuss flexibility in working arrangements.

Benefits

Hands-on experience in a high-tech manufacturing operation

Exposure to advanced laboratory equipment

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Practical laboratory skills and a willingness to learn new techniques.
• Experience in glass manufacturing or an industrial lab environment is desirable but not essential.
• A proactive attitude with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests on raw materials and finished glass products.
• Conduct float glass and laminate testing including glass chemistry and humidity testing.
• Operate in a laboratory environment closely linked to manufacturing processes.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

A-Level science or equivalent

Job description

39 hours per week – early start ~06:30am | Flexi-time available

Full-time | Permanent

Are you practical, curious, and ready to apply your scientific or laboratory skills in a real-world manufacturing environment? If you’re educated to A-Level science (or equivalent) or have hands‑on industrial laboratory experience, and bring a positive, can‑do attitude, we’d love to hear from you.

We are seeking a Lab Analyst to join our analytical laboratory team, working closely with production and technical teams to ensure quality across our float, coated and laminated glass manufacturing processes.

What You’ll Do

• Perform a range of tests on raw materials (e.g. cullet and sand) and finished glass products
• Conduct float glass and laminate testing, including:
  • Glass chemistry testing (using XRF and other techniques)
  • UV and energy transmission measurements
  • Stress analysis and defect identification (20–30 samples per day)
  • Humidity testing
• Ensure critical float line testing is completed by 8:00am for daily production meetings
• Work closely with technical and production teams to maintain quality and resolve issues
• Operate in a laboratory environment closely linked to manufacturing processes

What We’re Looking For

• Educated to A-Level science (or equivalent) and/or relevant industrial or manufacturing lab experience
• Practical laboratory skills and a willingness to learn new techniques
• Experience in glass manufacturing or an industrial lab environment is desirable but not essential
• A can‑do, proactive attitude with attention to detail
• A team player comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment

What You’ll Gain

• Hands‑on experience in a key role at the heart of a high‑tech manufacturing operation
• Exposure to advanced laboratory equipment and analytical techniques
• A supportive, close‑knit team with strong collaboration across departments

Who Are We

As a business, Saint‑Gobain designs, manufactures, and distributes materials and solutions that have a positive impact on our daily lives — improving wellbeing, performance and sustainability. Our products are used in buildings, transportation, infrastructure and a wide range of industrial applications.

Are Saint‑Gobain Glass an Inclusive Employer?

We’re working hard to be, and we’re keen to hire talented people regardless of their background, abilities, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, taste in music, fashion sense or anything else that makes you, you!

We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint‑Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.

And what about flexibility?

The world of work is changing, and at Saint‑Gobain we are open to new ways of working in order to attract talented people to our business. We understand that everyone has different needs and commitments. Therefore, we are very open to discussing any flexible requirement or need that you may have for this role. We can’t guarantee to meet all requests for flexibility when we are recruiting, but we promise to listen.