Laboratory Technician; AWDO-P14782 in Mobberley

Laboratory Technician

An exciting opportunity for a Laboratory Technician / Lab Technician to support laboratory testing, product development, scientific research, pilot coating, quality processes and manufacturing operations within a specialist chemistry environment.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you:
Laboratory Assistant, Research Technician, Manufacturing Technician, Quality Technician, Technical Laboratory Assistant, Science Technician, Chemistry Technician

Salary: £26,524 per annum + Benefits

Location: Mobberley, Cheshire, North West England (WA16)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 Hours per Week (Flexi Hours based around operational hours 7am – 7pm)

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a scientific mindset. The organisation is looking for a meticulous, safety-conscious and organised Laboratory Technician with strong attention to detail and a passion for laboratory work, scientific testing and product development.

As the Laboratory Technician you will carry out practical laboratory work, operate pilot-scale equipment and support formulation, chemistry and manufacturing processes within a specialist research environment.

Working with light-sensitive materials in safelight conditions, you will contribute to product development, continuous improvement, experimental design and technical knowledge, helping to support high-quality manufacturing and laboratory operations.

This is a hands‑on role where you can really see the impact of your work through to the final product.

• Laboratory Testing:
  Carry out practical laboratory work and operate pilot‑scale equipment
• Product Development:
  Support the development and improvement of products, processes and technical knowledge
• Scientific Experiments:
  Grow silver halide crystals and silver nanoparticles under carefully controlled conditions
• Pilot‑Scale Manufacturing:
  Work across both small‑scale (8L) and larger pilot‑scale (80L) laboratory processes
• Formulation Support:
  Assist with formulation and pilot coating activities
• Measurement and Analysis:
  Conduct measurement, testing and data collection activities accurately
• Safelight Working:
  Work with light‑sensitive materials in safelight and occasional darkroom conditions
• Experimental Design:
  Contribute to experimental planning and communicate findings clearly
• Health and Safety:
  Follow laboratory standards, safety procedures and quality processes at all times

• An A level (grade C and above) or BTEC in Chemistry or proven experience of working in a laboratory environment
• A proven understanding of scientific principles and terminology and of laboratory standards
• A proven ability to use a wide range of laboratory techniques, including measurement and testing
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work in safelight conditions and very occasionally in total darkness
• Unrestricted right to work in the UK

• Salary of £26,524 which can rise annually based on performance
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional day off to attend the annual Fun Day
• Flexible start and finish times based on operational needs
• Build up flexi hours and take an extra day off each month
• Buy up to a week of annual leave
  
  Death in service benefit, 4x annual salary
• Discounts on the full product range
• Parking on secure site car park

Job : AWDO-P14782