Laboratory Technician Job Liverpool Texas USA,Science

Location: Liverpool

Business Line:
Environmental Services & Global Functions

Laboratory Technician

Tradebe is a group of industrial businesses with the commitment of creating a more sustainable planet and making significant contributions to human wellbeing. In the UK, we are leaders focused on recycling, energy recovery and circular economy, managing all different environmental liabilities in a sustainable way.

What will you do? Make an impact!

The role holder will be responsible for the analysis of samples submitted to the main laboratory according to site procedures, to subsequently record the results in our computer system, keeping them in a well‑organised filing system and to inform the Laboratory Manager and Site Management of any abnormal results.

Duties/Responsibilities:

To adhere to Health and Safety rules at all times
To promptly analyse samples submitted to the main laboratory by operations, and relate the results back to the shift manager/ lab manager/ operations manager/TAD
Main techniques to be used will be: analysis of metals by ICP‑OES, analysis of organics by GC‑MS, XRF analysis, pH, Water content by Karl Fischer titration, CV by Bomb Calorimeter, acidity/alkalinity by titration, sulphide/sulphate/COD determination by spectrophotometry, determination of flash point
To record the data in its electronic version in SAP and corresponding spreadsheet, and to e‑mail the data to relevant individuals
To timely analyse all other samples submitted to the main laboratory by the sales team
To assist the other chemist in the completion of priority work when instructed to do so by the lab manager
To maintain the calibration and accurate performance of laboratory equipment. To report issues where they arise
To produce any reports for their lab manager as requested
Liaise with internal and external laboratories where sample analysis is required
Liaise with operations, compliance, customer services and sales to ensure customer satisfaction
Ensure non‑conformances are processed as soon as possible and all relevant parties are communicated to and informed of any resulting actions
To be diligent and respect the confidentiality of the information to which they are party
To keep a good level of housekeeping in the main laboratory
To perform all other reasonable duties and tasks as requested

Do you have what it takes?

Knowledge:

HNC/Degree in Chemistry or closely aligned subject.
Laboratory experience (water analysis) is desirable, but not essential (training will be provided).
IT literate

Other Essential

Skills:

Aware of chemical hazards and mindful of chemical compatibilities at all times
Committed, flexible and pragmatic team player
Professional approach
Problem Solver
Good time keeping
Positive can do attitude

What’s in it for you?

Competitive salary - £26,000 + Bonus
5% annual bonus
Contributory Pension
Flexible benefits (access to our benefits platform for discounts and cash back on shopping purchases, gyms and leisure activities, cycle to work scheme and dedicated wellbeing centre)

Ready to make a difference? Apply now!

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