Key Responsibilities
Laboratory Operations
· Follow all laboratory work instructions, methods, and industry standards to ensure consistent and reliable testing.
· Complete daily and weekly laboratory checks (e.g., balance checks, water changes, safety stops, hardness checks, face velocity checks).
· Support the calibration of laboratory equipment and instrumentation, ensuring records are maintained and any issues are escalated appropriately.
· Maintain high standards of housekeeping in line with 5S and GMP expectations.
Quality Control & Testing
· Carry out QC testing on raw materials (e.g., base rubber, additives) following approved procedures and schedules.
· Assist with testing of manufactured products to ensure they meet required specifications.
· Record all test results accurately and report any anomalies or concerns to supervision promptly.
Collaboration & Communication
· Work closely with supervisors and Operational teams to ensure testing activities support production needs.
· Liaise with the R&D & Innovations Manager to assist with development and project work when required.
· Provide cover for the Laboratory Assistant (within competency and training) to support continuity of testing activities.
· Contribute to continuous improvement by raising suggestions regarding materials, equipment, or processes.
Administration & Reporting
· Ensure laboratory records, databases, and documentation are accurate and up to date.
· Compile reports that include ‘user friendly’ (i.e. not too technical) conclusions and recommendations to communicate and solve product, quality and operational problems.
· Support all Laboratory functions, internal and external customers to meet the demands of the business: investigation processes, complaints, enquiries etc.
Functional Duties:
Health, Safety & Compliance
· Follow all company and industry requirements and standards relating to Health and Safety, COSHH, manual handling, Legionella and risk assessments to ensure safe working practices.
· Maintain awareness of relevant environmental and safety regulations to ensure safe working practices.
· Maintain housekeeping standards to support Laboratory and industry standards (ie 5S).
Training & Development
· Complete all required training as part of the apprenticeship programme and to meet the needs of the Laboratory and wider business.
· Take responsibility for developing skills, knowledge, and confidence in laboratory practices.
