We have an exciting opportunity for a Laboratory Technician to join our Invibio team. More about the role As Laboratory Technician working in an accredited laboratory, you will be responsible for delivering Quality Control testing and activities to required standards. You will prepare and maintain laboratory areas and equipment to required standards ensuring ongoing testing readiness. Reporting to the Laboratory Manager you will undertake Quality Control testing and reporting to required standards and schedules. Whilst identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and supports wider continuous improvement activities. Principal Accountabilities: Ensure accurate recording and statistical interpretation of Quality data to assure integrity of product quality data. Identify, characterize, and control non-conforming materials/work to ensure effective management of product quality. Manage day-to-day problem-solving within own remit and report all errors, failures, and findings to the appropriate level of the business, preventing harm, damage, or rejects from occurring. Support the introduction and validation of new assets in line with all adopted procedures, protocols, and standards. Ensure accuracy of analytical data through calibration of instruments and preparation of standards to defined schedules and requirements. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and support wider continuous improvement activities for improved departmental performance and output. Provide support for internal, customer, and regulatory audits, ensuring compliance with adopted standards and procedures. Work within all adopted industry standards and documentation at all times, manage own training, and address actions in a timely manner to ensure compliance is maintained. Support maintenance of compliance and continuous improvement of the Laboratory accreditation. Maintain inventory of laboratory equipment and consumables to enable delivery of an effective analytical service. Operate in a safe and efficient manner, ensuring company SHE processes are adhered to. Experience: Previous industrial experience in a Laboratory or Quality Control environment or within a medical device/highly regulated environment would be beneficial. Good knowledge of best practices of methods and processes used within a laboratory. Ability to successfully manage workloads and work effectively with the team and wider business. Demonstrates day-to-day problem-solving capabilities. High attention to detail and accuracy to assure integrity of product quality data. Ability to effectively review and interpret data and apply statistical techniques. Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present test updates, audit findings, and detailed test data at all levels of the business. Confidently liaise with external customers and suppliers and present during regulatory and customer audits. Good working level of IT proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Excel. Requirements: Essential Relevant higher-level vocational qualification (B/Tech, HNC, or NVQ) A-Level or equivalent in a Science, Materials, or Biomedical related subject. Desirable Degree or equivalent in a Science, Materials, or Biomedical related subject - NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE. At present, we are not accepting any candidates via a recruitment agency or third party. About Invibio Invibio, part of the Victrex plc group, is a global leader in providing high-performance biomaterial solutions to medical device manufacturers. The company provides PEEK-OPTIMA™ polymers, advanced technical research and support and manufacturing of components for spine, trauma and orthopaedic medical segments for the development of long-term implantable medical devices. Today, Invibio’s PEEK-OPTIMA polymers are used in approximately 15 million implanted devices worldwide. If you are looking to join an ambitious team, supporting innovation in the medical industry, then you can expect to be excited by this role and all it offers. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer an attractive benefits package including private healthcare, 29 days holiday and a generous company pension contribution. As part of Victrex, we have a clear purpose: to bring transformational and sustainable solutions which address world material challenges every day. At Invibio, this supports our goal of treating a patient using Invibio solutions every 15 seconds by 2027. We are seeking talent that can help us achieve this through the development of solutions that improve patient outcomes and address healthcare costs. Two of the most critical areas for our strategy are around delivering innovative technologies in fracture fixation (trauma surgery) and knee arthroplasty where we are driving the adoption of truly innovative solutions. Vision and culture At Victrex, we have a clear purpose: to deliver transformational and sustainable solutions that address global material challenges. Our core values of passion, innovation, and performance are at the heart of everything we do. We are a company that thrives on human-centred leadership, valuing curiosity, adaptability, and collaboration in a fast-paced, digitally enabled world. We believe in empowering individuals, rather than seeing barriers to progress. We are looking for individuals who are comfortable working in an environment that values digital and AI-driven solutions, who see technology as an enabler rather than a challenge. At Victrex, we foster a culture of continuous learning, agility, and adaptability, where employees are encouraged to embrace new ways of working, leverage data-driven insights, and drive meaningful change. As we continue to evolve, we need people who are not just contributors but change accelerators … individuals who champion innovation, and drive transformation with a growth mindset. Whether through digitalisation, process improvement, or human-centred leadership, our employees play a crucial role in shaping the future of our business. Our leadership approach is built on empowerment, inclusion, and collaboration. We value people who lead with empathy and authenticity, fostering a workplace where diverse perspectives and ideas can thrive. We work hard to ensure that our teams are engaged, motivated, and equipped to navigate an ever-changing landscape. Sustainability is core to our strategy. We are committed to reducing our environmental footprint while supporting society through our sustainable products and making a positive impact on our local communities. We are proud to be recognised as a ‘Disability Confident’ employer and to be voted as one of the best places to work by ‘The Sunday Times’ in 2024 Our aim is to provide the support of accessibility and community within Victrex for everyone. So, if you need any help, advice or just want a confidential chat regarding any Diversity, Equity or Inclusion matters even before you apply to Victrex, then here is what you need to know: The enabling support that Victrex prides itself on giving, starts from when anyone applies or wants to apply to join our team. We are always here to help provide any ‘reasonable adjustments’ you may need during your application process. So please contact us to discuss your specific requirements in more depth. We even have a dedicated email that anyone can use to reach out for help, advice, and a confidential chatwhatever you need to know, and to help ensure an equitable solution, that’s right for you, right from the start That email is: enablerecruitmentvictrex.com Victrex values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community.