Lab Technician

Job Description This job is with Johnson Matthey, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. Principal accountabilities - Good laboratory and measurement practices according to ISO/IEC 17025, including the IATF 16949 quality standard. - IBC Change & its movement through BPOT - To Support in maintain 5S of the lab. - Tested Sample or Waste removal from the lab - Sample preparation (raw materials, in-process, and finished catalysts) on all submitted samples (CSF, Flow-through and various technology sources) for chemical and physical measurements. - To be competent in the use of all sample preparation and instrumental techniques (including LECO Solids; ICP-OES; Particle size distribution; PGM dispersion (chemisorption); Coefficient of Thermal Expansion; Thermo-Gravimetric Analysis, Porosity; Surface Area; and X-Ray Fluorescence). - Ensure that all data relating to laboratory samples are accurately entered into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). This also includes the export of all essential information associated with all laboratory testing. - Ensure that all Health and Safety/environmental procedures and regulations are strictly adhered to (PPE, etc). Incident reports to be raised for any accident, including any near miss occurrences. Assist in maintaining good House Keeping practices and aim to achieving a target of zero accidents. - Fully participate in LEAN deployment on site including 5S, SPs, CIS and Kaizen in order to help develop and sustain a LEAN environment. - Preparation of ICP calibration standards with independent verification before releasing them to routine use. - Demonstrate the ability to distinguish between good and bad data. - Demonstrate on continual basis, the knowledge and practical skills of how to calibrate and maintain the instruments used in the Laboratory. - To take on any other duties which are within the employee's skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed. - To perform activities according the established EHS system and to suggest improvements of the same. - To promote, establish and maintain collaborative approach and communication with all employees within the plant. - Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and the implementation of best practice principles, to enhance performance and operations Scope Plant based position Special factors - Shift work Qualifications/ Knowledge/ Experience (Technical/ professional knowledge and skills competency) B.Sc professional qualification in chemistry with at least two years experience within a chemical industry - Desirable A detailed understanding of general wet chemical techniques for inorganic analysis - Desirable Good working knowledge of analytical instrumental techniques used within the QC Labs - Essential Awareness of ISO/IEC 17025 and IATF 16949 quality standards - Desirable Personal Skills And Key Competencies (including JM behavioural competencies) Ability to multi-task - Essential Good Communication Skills Are Necessary - Essential Computer literate with experience of Microsoft Office Professional is required - Essential Team player, prepared to support their colleagues to ensure the team targets are met - Essential Works in accordance with SOPs and rules - Essential To submit your application, please click the Apply button online. All applications are carefully considered and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Johnson Matthey for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise.Johnson Matthey respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice: Johnson Matthey Privacy Notice. By applying for this role and creating an account you are agreeing to the notice. Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.