Lab Technician

Job Description:

Lab Technician
Permanent
Leicester
Up to £33,000 pa
Full Time hours - Monday to Friday
 
Benefits of the Lab Technician: 33 days holiday including bank holidays, pension scheme, free on-site parking.
 
Are you someone who enjoys working with chemicals, precision and process? We are looking for a Lab Technician to join a well-established manufacturing business in Leicester. This Lab Technician opportunity offers the chance to work within a specialist team responsible for developing and producing high-quality paints and coatings.
 
As a Lab Technician, you will play an important role in the creation, formulation and testing of paint products, ensuring each batch is mixed accurately and meets the required quality standards. The Lab Technician will follow detailed formulations, measure raw materials, and monitor the production process to ensure consistency and reliability across all batches.
 
This Lab Technician position would suit someone who enjoys a hands-on role, takes pride in accuracy and quality, and has experience working in a manufacturing or lab environment. The Lab Technician will work closely with production and quality teams to make sure paints are produced safely, efficiently, and in line with recognised quality systems such as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
 
Key responsibilities of the Lab Technician role:
 

• Measuring and weighing raw materials according to paint formulations
• Mixing and producing paint batches to the correct specifications
• Testing and monitoring batches to ensure consistency and quality
• Recording batch information and maintaining accurate lab records
• Working in line with company quality procedures, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe laboratory environment

 
The ideal Lab Technician candidate will have:
 

• Previous experience as a Lab Technician, Paint Technician, or in a similar manufacturing or laboratory environment
• Experience working with paints, coatings, chemicals, or similar products
• Knowledge or experience of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 quality systems
• A strong eye for detail and the ability to follow precise formulations
• A reliable, organised, and proactive approach to work

 
If you are an experienced Lab Technician looking to join a supportive team where quality, precision, and attention to detail are key, this could be a great opportunity. Please apply today to find out more!