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Chemistry Analyst
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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.
On site: Sittingbourne
The Role
The Chemistry Analyst will be expected to assist in the operation of the Alpha Scientific Lab with particular focus on the Commercial Water Testing Services.
Responsibilities
- To process water samples and read results
- Ensuring all work is carried out to the highest standard and in a timely manner
- Receive samples from customers and process in a timely manner
- Adhering to documented procedures for all aspects of laboratory work, ensuring that all relevant information concerning samples is recorded, that samples are handled correctly, that paperwork are kept in an orderly manner and LIMS is updated correctly. Ensuring all necessary records and quality data are maintained.
- Familiarity with the contents of the Laboratory Quality Manual and compliance at all times with the policies, procedures and associated documents which are referred to in the Manual in order to comply with the requirements of the UKAS accreditation standard.
- Working in a clean and tidy manner with due attention to the careful maintenance of all laboratory fittings and equipment.
- Must have good laboratory practice and work to the highest standard.
- Any other tasks reasonably in line with business needs as designated by the Line Manager.
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The Person
- Excellent communication skills, and to be confident when dealing with customers.
- Able to work well in a team, with an open, honest and approachable character.
- A good eye for detail and understand fully the business processes.
- Able to adopt a methodical approach to work with accuracy and a high level of attention to detail.
- Able to organise and prioritise workload with flexibility to respond positively to changing demands.
- High degree of computer literacy including the use of programmes such as Excel and Word.
- Able to maintain focus on what can sometimes be repetitive work.
- A degree or equivalent in Chemistry is beneficial but not essential.
- Experience of working within a laboratory environment with competent laboratory bench skills is beneficial but not essential.
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Benefits
- 25 days holiday
- Pension contribution matched up to 8%
- Life Assurance 3x base salary
- Private health scheme
- Genuit sharesave scheme
Here at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group’s success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.
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