Chemistry Technician I

A Chemistry Technician is a valued and essential part of the manufacturing team offering key assistance to Chemistry Manufacturing and the production of final products. This role supports several departments across the site by applying technical skills to maintain and troubleshoot equipment uphold EH&S standards and ensure smooth compliant operations. By engaging in Lean and 6S efforts the Chemistry Technician helps improve processes organise the workplace reduce waste and deliver high-quality products safely and efficiently.

Job description

As a Chemistry Technician I at LGC you will play a pivotal role in maintaining flawless operations and contributing to our world-class research team. This is an exceptionally unique opportunity to work with innovative technology and collaborate with ambitious professionals!

• Perform routine maintenance calibration troubleshooting and upkeep of laboratory and manufacturing equipment including HPLCs freeze driers balances pipettes and vacuum pumps.
• Support the inventory replenishment and availability of laboratory consumables glassware process solvents and reagents to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Manufacture and package catalogue ancillary reagents in accordance with approved procedures quality standards and production schedules.
• Deliver and support training on laboratory tools equipment and guidelines for staff across relevant departments.
• Support the introduction and qualification of new equipment through Installation Qualification (IQ) Operational Qualification (OQ) and Performance Qualification (PQ) activities.
• Contribute to a safe organised and efficient working environment by applying Lean and 6S principles encouraging ongoing improvement and waste minimisation.
• Coordinate and oversee external contractors and service providers to ensure maintenance and support activities are completed safely efficiently and in compliance with site requirements.
• Provide technical and operational support across multiple departments to meet business production and project objectives.
• Write review and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) work instructions and other regulated documentation.
• Write review and update risk assessments to promote safe working procedures and adherence to EH&S requirements.
• Maintain accurate complete and compliant records of all activities ensuring data integrity and conformance to quality standards (GDP).
• Actively contribute to Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) efforts by identifying hazards applying controls and encouraging a positive safety culture throughout the site.

Qualifications :

Qualifications and Attributes

To succeed in this role you must demonstrate established commitment and a cooperative attitude. We are looking for someone who can consistently follow quality standards while working effectively within a group.

• Chemistry Degree or equivalent experience in a related scientific field with experience working within a laboratory manufacturing or regulated environment.
• A motivated and enthusiastic great teammate who thrives in a collaborative environment and demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good attention to detail with a commitment to producing accurate high-quality work and maintaining robust documentation standards.
• Adaptable and flexible with the ability to respond positively and effectively to changing priorities and operational demands.
• Ability to work in a methodical organised and reliable manner balancing multiple tasks while maintaining focus on quality safety and compliance.
• Approachable supportive and customer-focused with a willingness to assist colleagues and contribute to the success of the wider team.
• Demonstrates a proactive attitude taking ownership of responsibilities and finding opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Dedicated to fostering a safe efficient and well-organised workplace by following EH&S Lean and 6S principles.

Additional Information :

ABOUT LGC: 

LGC is a leading global life science tools company providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers products and workflows and are valued for their performance quality and range. 

OUR VALUES

• PASSION
• CURIOSITY 
• INTEGRITY
• BRILLIANCE
• RESPECT

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES 

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age disability race color ethnic or national origin sex sexual orientation gender reassignment marital or civil partnership pregnancy or maternity religion or belief. Short listing interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender sexual orientation marital status color race nationality ethnic or national origins religion or belief age or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC please visit our website

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time