Lab Team Leader

Are you used to running technical trials, juggling multiple projects, and keeping a busy lab running smoothly?

Have you worked hands-on with polymers, plastics, chemicals or technical equipment?

We’re looking for an experienced Lab Team Leader to join a fantastic business, based in Greater Manchester; one we’ve partnered with for many years. Known worldwide for their quality, innovation and technical excellence, they invest significantly in their machinery and their people; a large part of the workforce has been there for many, many years.

What you’ll get

* Competitive salary

* 25 days holiday

* Company pension

* Occupational health & optician benefits

* Occasional UK and overseas travel

* Early Friday finish

About you

* You work in a lab or technical environment, ideally with plastics, polymers, chemicals, materials testing or engineering

* A relevant degree (chemistry, materials science, polymer science, chemical engineering) or NVQ Level 3 in a technical field

* Strong hands-on lab skills and equipment confidence

* You’re methodical, precise and date-driven, able to keep multiple plates spinning

* You’re a supportive leader who can coach and develop your team

* You’ve got a strong understanding of Health & Safety, and compliance

* Your confident hosting customers and delivering technical support

* Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills (verbal and written)

* Full, clean driving licence (essential)

About the role

* You’ll plan, run and coordinate lab trials (mainly plastics/polymer)

* The set up and calibration of equipment will be part of your daily routine, ensuring accurate results

* You’ll analyse trial data and turn it into clear, detailed reports for internal teams and customers

* Documentation matters here; you’ll keep logs, compliance records and inventories up to date

* Safety is of the upmost importance. You’ll oversee material handling, waste disposal, and clean-down processes

* Keep the lab running smoothly and arrange maintenance when needed

* Host customer visits and occasionally travel to offer technical support

About the company

* World leader in the design and manufacture of engineered products

* Huge drivers of development and innovation

* A supportive team culture with training and development opportunities