Sample Receipt Technician

Alpha Scientific is at the forefront of chemical and microbiological testing, reliably providing organisations with detailed analysis of water and air quality. We are a team of highly skilled and trained scientists who work from purpose-built, UKAS accredited laboratories in Sittingbourne, Slough and Manchester. Now part of the Genuit Groups' Climate Management Solutions (CMS) business unit, Alpha has ambitious growth plans.

Working hours: Full time Tuesday - Saturday 05:00 -13:00. Fixed Term for 3 months. Working style: Onsite, lab based.

Responsibilities

The Sample Receipt Technician is responsible for ensuring that all samples received in the laboratory are correctly recorded and accurately allocated testing to specified client requirements within the appropriate time frame through the use of the LIMS system.

Assist in maintaining the laboratory accreditation to ISO 17025.

Apply health and safety and quality standards as required by the Company, statutory legislation and external customer requirements.

Ensure that all customers contractual terms are met and that laboratory processes comply with quality standards implemented.

Promote best practice throughout the laboratory, in terms of quality-driven laboratory production.

Carry out any reasonable duties as specified by the line manager.

Qualifications

• GCSE in Science and an interest in science
• Excellent IT skills with a high level of accuracy along with an eye for detail
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work within set targets and goals and manage expectations
• Ability to work well in a team with a reliable, open, honest and approachable character

Benefits

• 25 days holiday
• Pension contribution matched up to 8%
• Life Assurance 3x base salary
• Private health scheme
• Genuit sharesave scheme