Lab Assistant
Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and organized person to join Vuba as a Lab Assistant. As a Lab Assistant, you will form part of the R&D department assisting our Head of Chemistry in formulating new products and setting up tests on products and core samples taken by the field team to understand product defects.
As a Lab Assistant at Vuba, you will:
* Conduct sampling and sample management as required by the site monitoring and measuring plan.
* Apply lab techniques and practices in the execution of every analysis.
* Employ chemical and instrumentation techniques to generate laboratory data for products and samples.
* Conduct basic problem solving to address and validate anomalous results as required.
* Ensure compliance with world-class housekeeping standards.
* Conduct audits and generate daily, weekly, and monthly records that support operations with establishing the status of site quality.
* Play an active role in the laboratory team to deliver a high level of service.
Skills
* Ideally educated to Degree or Diploma level in a science-related field.
* Knowledge of laboratory health and safety practices (e.g., sampling, weighing, pipetting, titrating, etc.).
* Good knowledge of laboratory health and safety practices.
* Proficient in using basic data tools (such as Excel) for recording.
* Good communication and problem-solving skills. Self-motivated, logical thinker with the ability to problem solve.
* Confident communicator and team player with good organizational skills.
* Thorough knowledge of conformity testing (e.g., CE and UKCA marking) to all relevant standards.
Salary and Benefits:
£26,000 - £28,000
* Opportunity to work overtime
* Regular Team Socials, Events and Celebrations
* Company Bonus and Incentive Schemes
* 24 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays
* Regular Training and Development Opportunities
* Career Growth and Progression Opportunities – it’s a fast-growing business!
* On-Site Parking
* 3PM Finish on Fridays
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £26,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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