Laboratory Technician - Fixed Term Contract

This is a great opportunity to join our Agro Testing laboratory in Penicuik, Edinburgh. The purpose of this role is to complete, to the required quality standards, the preparation and extraction of samples including but not limited to; soil, animal feed and organic waste. This is a fixed term contract ending 18th April 2025, Monday to Friday 08.30 - 17.00.

• Working to the UKAS 17025:2017 Standard
• Undertaking all tasks within sample processing to a high quality standard as required.
• Registration of samples within the laboratory management system.
• Adhering to documented procedures, ensuring that all relevant information concerning samples is recorded, that samples are handled correctly, and that all necessary records and quality data are maintained.
• Ensure all relevant paperwork is completed throughout the day
• Maintain turnaround time at >95%, ensuring that daily targets are achieved.
• Responsible for ensuring that UK health and safety legislation is maintained and helping to ensure that the working environment is kept in a clean and tidy manner with due attention to the careful maintenance of all laboratory fittings and equipment.
• Ensure personal protective clothing equipment is worn in accordance with the Health & Safety policy.
• Work with the team to drive the laboratory forward through continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of Laboratory Quality Manual in order to ensure compliance at all times with the policies, procedures and associated documents which are referred to in the manual.
• To assist through operating best practice in order to meet the requirements of the UKAS accreditation standard.
• Maintain a clean as you go mentality
• Provide a high level of internal and external customer care.
• A flexible approach to work will be required to assist other departments as and when required
• Assist with continuous improvement within the department