QC Technician

We are currently seeking an interim Lab Technician to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.
The position is based at our client’s scientific Research & Development facility in Port Sunlight Village, Wirral easily accessible by train and car. This is a full-time temporary role to run for 6 months requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying between £24,700 and £27,445 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience.

Unfortunately due to the urgent nature of this role we are unable to accept applications from candidates with notice periods longer than 1 month.

Unilever is one of the world’s leading suppliers of fast-moving consumer goods. To support this, we have embarked on a fragrance transformation journey with expert fragrance teams, this role will support our ambitious fragrance programme.

The role will be to provide technical and laboratory support to accurately formulate to a given recipe. Accurately record all laboratory work including labelling
Perform required quality checks on incoming raw materials
Work closely with laboratory team to ensure good management of raw materials including following prescribed processes for stock reordering
Comply with all safety and lab management procedures (Risk Assessment, Health Safety, Laboratory Management, Standard Procedures).
Update project team on challenges and timing changes.

Practical laboratory experience in accurately making samples is critical with a proven keen eye for safe and effective procedures.
Some background in perfumery, chemistry and formulation knowledge and understanding would be useful,
Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work alone as required
Awareness of safety within the laboratory including working to standard operating procedures, risk assessment and CoSHH is essential.
Free onsite parking
~ Staff shop discounted products
~ Working in state-of-the-art laboratory and pilot plant facilities
~ Free parking onsite
~20-minute drive from Liverpool city centre/30-minutes drive from Chester
~ There are also several site clubs available to join covering a range of topics including Book Club, Running, Choir, Pool, Genealogy and much more.
~ The sites have three catering outlets which provide a range of hot and cold food and drinks daily.
~ In addition there are a range of vending machines and cold water dispensers around the site accessible throughout the day.