Alfred H Knight Group
Sample Preparation Technician
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WHAT IS ON OFFER
Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for a Sample Preparation Technician to join our team here in Liverpool, UK. Reporting directly to the Sample Preparation Departmental Manager, you will be responsible for executing sample preparation methods with a high level of accuracy and precision. This role involves working on a variety of samples and commodities sent to the laboratory for chemical analysis.
The Sample Preparation Department plays a vital role in supporting AHKI’s overall laboratory services. The team is responsible for treating and preparing incoming client materials, as necessary, before dividing them ready for laboratory analysis.
ABOUT US
Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.
We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about AHK.
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DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Strong team player with a collaborative approach and work ethic who can demonstrate a diplomatic and measured approach through leading by example and encouraging others.
- Ability to demonstrate literacy and to be numerate.
- Highly motivated with the ability to work under own initiative in a dynamic work environment with changing daily priorities.
- The ability to develop the skills and knowledge within the laboratory to create an environment where knowledge sharing is a priority.
- Able to demonstrate a high degree of manual dexterity.
- Ability to work in an organised and structured way, whilst maintaining flexibility to the changing and demanding needs of the business.
- High attention to detail.
- Read, understand and follow work instructions and guidelines accurately.
- Able to focus on meeting given deadlines.
- Able to communicate effectively in a range of different formats.
- Proven time management skills, quality driven and pro-active.
- IT Literate: Competence with standard Microsoft software - email, Word and Excel spreadsheets.
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Work Experience
Laboratory experience is desirable but not essential.
Required Qualifications
- Grade A - C in GCSE English and Mathematics.
BENEFITS
We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.
If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.
Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
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