LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

We are looking for Laboratory Technicians to support our highly respected and knowledgeable Laboratory team. This is a full time, permanent position based in Bedford, with a fixed working pattern of 8am to 4pm/3pm to 11pm, Monday to Friday.
This position requires someone to provide laboratory support to the technical teams to ensure smooth running through management of waste and disposals, management of deliveries and consumables stocks, including receiving, documenting and ordering.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

• An interest in science, preferably with qualifications related to the science field
• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment would be desirable
• Good time management and organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to cope under pressure
• Demonstrated ability to follow written and verbal instructions, seeking advice where necessary
• Ability to work with minimal supervision independently as well as part of a team
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous experience of working in a laboratory setting would be advantageous

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receiving and unpacking deliveries of consumables and chemicals throughout the day
• Maintaining a working stock of consumables, reagents and chemicals including receipt, logging in and ordering to replenish stock levels
• Preparing sampling kits, including addition of preservatives, and dispose of any unused kits safely following appropriate laboratory procedures
• Keeping up to date records on the chemical inventory
• Maintaining a clean and tidy working environment
• Assisting with performing a range of laboratory checks

The role is physically demanding with a high degree of manual handling involved;

• Handling of foods, including nuts
• Working in cold environments
• Exposure to noise
• Operating machiner