Laboratory Technician (QA)

Laboratory Technician (QA)

Our client, based in Houghton Le Spring, is recruiting-a Laboratory Technician to join their team.-

The main function of the role will be to assist with the testing and validation of new plant equipment plus other ongoing projects and analysis.

This will involve: undertaking quantitative and qualitative analyses of activated material used in industrial, defence and medical applications, utilising standard classical analytical methods.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Using a range of techniques, software, and equipment to carry out analyses, including: gravimetric analysis, titrimetric analysis, spectroscopy (UV, AA and ICP-OES, as well as physical testing methods (eg tensile breaking strengths).
• Assessing the composition and quality of:
  • Raw materials (rayon, process chemicals)
  • Intermediate products to ensure they progress through the production process in a timely manner.
  • Finished goods
  • Effluent (checking pH levels, TSS, COD)
• Interpreting data and meeting strict guidelines on documentation when recording data
• Advising of test results and/or improvement to current methods/systems for analysis and recording
• Advising different departments of test results and how they relate to/affect the product, quality standards and analysis records, as required.
• Ensures that all test results are accurately recorded and filed appropriately for data analysis and/or other purposes as required.
• Supports the activities of the various improvement teams in the organisation, e.g. Six Sigma
• Being aware of and keeping up to date with health and safety issues

Requirements:

• A systematic approach to tasks
• Theoretical knowledge of analytical techniques (on the job knowledge would be a bonus)
• Good IT skills
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Degree or strong A Levels in Chemistry or a Science related qualification
• Laboratory experience

Due-to the-highvolume-of candidates responding to our-adverts-unfortunately we are-not always able to provide individual feedback. If you don''t hear from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. We-will however-keep your details on file and you may be contacted about other opportunities in the future.