Laboratory Technician
Location: Newton Abbott , Devon (first 6 months),with Flexibility to work in Plymouth
Salary: Up to £26,652.39 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 15:30
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
What We Offer
At Imerys, our laboratories play a vital role in maintaining product quality, supporting operational performance, and ensuring we continue to deliver high-quality products to our customers.
In return, you'll receive:
Competitive salary and benefits package
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Generous pension scheme
Life cover and income protection
Private medical insurance
Enhanced family leave and carers leave
Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
Cycle to Work scheme
Employee discounts and recognition awards
Ongoing training and development opportunities
We're looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our Ball Clay Quality Laboratory team.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a laboratory environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work. You'll provide testing support across a range of routine approved test methods, ensuring samples are processed correctly and results are accurately entered and reported through the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and SAP Opera .
Working closely with the Laboratory Supervisor and one other technician, you'll help maintain the highest standards of quality, safety, and environmental compliance while developing your technical laboratory skills and experience.
Laboratory Testing & Reporting
Preparing and testing clay and mineral samples in accordance with approved laboratory procedures.
Carrying out routine quality control testing and analysis.
Accurately recording, analysing and reporting test results.
Maintaining laboratory records and databases.
Supporting the laboratory team in meeting testing requirements and deadlines.
Quality, Safety & Compliance
Working in accordance with laboratory quality standards and procedures.
Following all Health, Safety and Environmental requirements.
Identifying and reporting any anomalies that could impact testing or product quality.
Maintaining high housekeeping standards within the laboratory.
Ensuring equipment is operated safely and responsibly.
Teamwork & Communication
Working closely with operational and production teams.
Communicating laboratory findings effectively.
Supporting colleagues to meet laboratory and business objectives.
Contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
This role will suit someone who
Has a genuine interest in science and laboratory work.
Enjoys working in a practical, hands-on environment.
Produces accurate and reliable work with excellent attention to detail.
Is highly organised and able to manage competing priorities.
Communicates confidently with colleagues across different departments.
Demonstrates flexibility, curiosity and a willingness to learn.
Is physically fit and comfortable handling larger samples.
Takes pride in maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
Essential Criteria
Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills.
Strong data recording and administration skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
Interest in science and laboratory processes.
Full UK driving licence and access to your own transport.
Willingness to work initially at Heathfield near Newton Abbott and Plymouth area
Desirable Criteria
Previous laboratory or quality control experience.
Experience within manufacturing, industrial or mineral processing environments.
Science-related qualifications
Experience using laboratory databases or quality management systems.
At Imerys, we believe in creating opportunities for our people to learn, develop, and build rewarding careers. You'll join a business where quality, safety, and teamwork are valued, and where your contribution plays an important role in supporting both our operations and our customers. This role offers the chance to gain valuable laboratory experience within a global organisation while working as part of a highly skilled quality team.
If you're looking for an opportunity to develop your laboratory career within a supportive and professional environment, we'd love to hear from you
Closing date for applications 13th October 2026
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Open job postingAbout the company
Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as so...