Sample Preparation Technician

We are looking for a
Sample Preparation Technician
to support our highly respected and knowledgeable Laboratory team. This position requires someone with good organisational skills who is able to clearly follow verbal and written instructions. This is a fast-paced working environment where you will be working alongside a talented team of experts in a friendly, supportive and innovative environment.

About The Team
RPS Laboratories is a team of Analysts, Chemists, and Technicians that operate from purpose-built laboratory facilities which have a long history of providing expert advice and analytical solutions to the agrochemical sector. Our laboratories enjoy an international reputation for solving complex and novel analytical problems in a wide variety of food, feed, and forage crops.

We Have State-of-the-art Laboratories In Bedford And Manchester

• Our Manchester laboratory was one of the first laboratories in the UK to gain MCERTS accreditation for the analysis of stack emissions.
• Our Bedford laboratory was one of the first laboratories in the UK to gain UKAS accreditation for the analysis of PFAS chemicals following the monitoring required at the Buncefield oil terminal.

About You
As a key member of the Laboratories business, your role as a
Sample Preparation Technician
is critical to helping us conduct investigations and formulate effective solutions to help our clients comply with international quality standards, maximum residue limits (MRLs), environmental regulations, and much more.

By joining us you will collaborate with our clients, to design a tailored analytical programme to meet their complex regulatory needs. Leveraging our state-of-the-art instrumentation. You will be influential in providing analytical support during the remediation and clean-up project and subsequent routine monitoring.

Your Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparing samples of crops and other foodstuffs prior to their analysis
• Working as part of a team to achieve goals set by the Laboratory Manager
• Maintains a working stock of consumables, which are essential to perform daily activities and tasks
• To work as part of a team to ensure that all other routine laboratory tasks are completed to ensure that the Laboratory operates smoothly
• Assists in other areas and performs other tasks as directed by the Laboratory Manager or his/her delegate
• Adheres to company Health and Safety policies to maintain a safe working environment
• Ensure all Quality documentation is followed, adhered to and maintained in-line with procedures developed by the Quality Manager
• To always perform all duties in a professional manner, including wearing appropriate safety/work apparel as supplied by RPS

Skills, Knowledge, And Experience

• Good time management skills, attention to detail and ability to cope under pressure
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, seeking advice where necessary
• Ability to work with minimal supervision as well as part of a team
• Good inter-personal and communication skills
• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment with rapidly changing priorities

Health and Safety
The role is physically demanding with a high degree of manual handling involved;

• Handling of foods, including nuts
• Working in cold environments
• Exposure to noise
• Operating machinery

What's in it for you?
A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you'll be supported as far as you want to go. A career here is far from ordinary. Here you're not a number, you are part of the solution.

Why RPS?
We're a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work-life balance that's right for them. We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment. With agile offices offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs – this is a workplace that works for you.

About RPS, a Tetra Tech Company
RPS, part of Tetra Tech since January 2023, is a global firm that defines, designs, and manages projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. As part of Tetra Tech's 28,000-strong team across 550 offices in over 120 countries, we deliver solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource-scarce world. By leveraging our global expertise, we enable our clients to develop winning solutions for their clients and communities.

As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to provide market-leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting their growth while addressing the challenges that matter. Our people drive our success, and this is where you come to build a career.

Take the next step in your career and help make our world a better and safer place.
What happens next?
If we feel you are a good match, we will be in touch to arrange a competency interview. If this opportunity suits your career journey, we'd love to hear from you. All applications will be considered. Ready to apply? Please have your CV ready and continue with your application online.

Recruitment Agencies
We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require any further information.