On-Site Lab Technician: QC & Product Testing

Technikraft Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A chemical manufacturing company in the United Kingdom is seeking a detail-oriented individual for a technical role focused on product testing and quality control. This entry-level position involves following QC procedures, making adjustments to production blends, and supporting R&D efforts. Candidates with a background in chemistry are preferred. The role requires on-site presence 5 days a week, offering a salary of approximately £25k to £28k, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Background in chemistry preferred, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Following QC procedures to test production samples.
• Making adjustments to production blends that do not meet QC specification.
• Organise and carry out product testing e.g. performance, stability, compatibility, competitor analysis.
• Review alternative raw materials for use in production.
• Data entry of QC results to the computer system.
• Prepare and despatch samples to the customer.
• General upkeep and tidiness of the lab.
• Calibrating test equipment according to procedures.
• Support investigations into non-conforming materials.
• Making and sending product samples.
• Assist R&D with sampling.
• Product QC checks at filling stage.
• Preparation of bacteria testing.
• Assist with customer feedback from samples.
• Assist sales with product queries.

Job description

A chemical manufacturing company in the United Kingdom is seeking a detail-oriented individual for a technical role focused on product testing and quality control. This entry-level position involves following QC procedures, making adjustments to production blends, and supporting R&D efforts. Candidates with a background in chemistry are preferred. The role requires on-site presence 5 days a week, offering a salary of approximately £25k to £28k, depending on experience.