Who are Argent Energy?
Backed by Swire, Argent Energy is a leading European waste-based biodiesel producer with a vision to help decarbonise transport worldwide. We believe in using waste materials only and continuously search for new waste to be turned into higher value products. We invest in people and their development as well as R&D to drive innovation in products, technologies and operational excellence. We have sites in the UK and Amsterdam.
Main Purpose of Job:
Responsible for testing of raw materials, blended materials, and finished products. The role will also include undertaking routine analysis of waste streams to assess appropriate routes for disposal.
What you will be doing:
* Ensure all raw materials delivered to site(s) are tested in-line with company sampling plans and procedures.
* Ensure all finished goods including by-products leaving our site(s) are tested in-line with company sampling plans and procedures.
* Ensure all in-process, effluent and water samples are tested in-line with company sampling plans and procedures.
* Perform calibration and preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment as required.
* Prepare and package laboratory samples to be shipped off-site for external analysis.
* Manual handling will be involved to support the storage and retention of samples and disposal of laboratory waste streams.
* All technicians are expected to demonstrate good laboratory maintenance and practice including general laboratory housekeeping.
* Participate in training and personal development activities as required.
Your key relationships will be:
* Senior Laboratory Technician
* Quality Manager
* Operations Staff
* Process Chemist
Skills and behaviours you will need to be successful:
* Previous experience in a laboratory environment – Essential
* Strong Analytical Skills - Essential
* Problem solving – Preferred
* Ability to use MS Office suite (Excel/Word/Outlook/PowerPoint) - Essential
* Ability to work on own initiative as well as within a Team
* Able to adapt to new situations as the workload might change at short notice due to operational needs.
* Be flexible in undertaking the duties and responsibilities attached to your role
* Carry out any other reasonable tasks as required by the Company.
Specific qualifications required:
* Level 4 or above required in a science-based subject – Preferred
* Level 3 qualifications in a science-based subject – Essential.
What’s on offer:
* Medicash
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Enhanced pension
* Bonus Scheme
* Onsite car parking
* Skills and qualification development
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