About this role
WHAT IS ON OFFER
Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for an XRF Laboratory Technician to join our team at our head office in Prescot, Liverpool.
You will be responsible for carrying out analytical testing and laboratory procedures with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Working as part of the XRF team, you will help organise and process daily workloads, ensuring samples are handled correctly and analytical work is completed to the required standards and within agreed reporting deadlines.
You will also ensure laboratory equipment and work areas are kept clean, safe and in good working conditions, while maintaining accurate and traceable records in line with ISO 17025 requirements.
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.
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
Required Competencies
- Ability to work in an organised and structured way, whilst maintaining flexibility to the changing and demanding needs of the business.
- Able to focus on meeting given deadlines.
- High attention to details.
- Strong team player with a collaborative approach and work ethic.
- Able to demonstrate a high degree of manual dexterity and can regularly carry loads of up to 15kg without issues.
- Read, understand and follow work instructions and guidelines accurately.
- Proven time management skills, quality driven and pro-active.
- Be able to communicate effectively in a range of different formats.
Required Work Experience
- Previous experience in a laboratory environment is preferred.
Required Qualifications
- A minimum GCSE equivalent education.
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.