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AB Vista Laboratory Services, operating from laboratories in Hengoed, Wales, United Kingdom, is looking for a dedicated laboratory assistant to join our team. This is an entry level role in which we hope to find a positive, multi-tasker with an interest in science!
What you'll do
An AB Vista Laboratory Assistant supports the overall running of the laboratory by performing tasks such as:
- Receive, log, process samples for both NIR and lab analysis
- log samples within our LIMS
- prepare by, labelling, milling, and interim storage
- process samples by scanning on different NIR devices
- post processing storage of samples
- Assist with the production, packaging, and organisation of sample for our validation service (Ingot Check)
- Support the NIR Laboratory Coordinator with their daily activities
- Document creation for shipping purposes
- Liaise with customs/courier bodies for paperwork compliance
- Record keeping and filing of reports
- Assist laboratory management team as necessary
To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone with
- Interest in biology, chemistry, or agricultural sciences
- Strong ability to communicate and work well with a team
- High attention to detail with the ability to follow both written and verbal technical instructions
- Ability to multi-task and manage time and priorities wisely
- Previous experience with Microsoft Suite and SharePoint preferred, strong computer skills required
Physical requirements
- No allergies to animal feedstuff ingredients (eg. wheat)
- Ability to work on your feet
- Ability to handle at least 5L of liquid (approx. 5kg)
Location
Our lab is conveniently located, approximately 10 minutes’ walk from Ystrad Mynach rail station and in reasonable driving distance of Caerphilly and Cardiff.
We’re looking for trailblazers, non-conformists, innovators
When you join us, you'll do meaningful work and be rewarded fairly for it. From annual salary reviews and incentive bonus, company car/allowance, ongoing career development and enhanced family, financial and wellbeing benefits – these are just some of the ways we reward you - from day one.
About us
We’re AB Vista an animal nutrition technology company offering pioneering products and technical services to the global animal feed industry. We’re part of the AB Agri community of leading animal nutrition products and services businesses.
We’re part of AB Agri, the agricultural division of Associated British Foods (ABF plc) and we’re passionate about feeding the world responsibly and affordably by making quality animal feed, creating nutrition and technology-based products, and offering data services for the agri-food industry. What sets us apart is how we delight our customers - and that’s because of great people like you. People with different life experiences who share common values. Together we’re building a fair, innovative and inclusive culture.
As a Disability Confident employer, we’re committed to ensuring our application and recruitment processes work for everyone so if you need any additional support (like alternative formats for your application, bringing a support dog to the offices, a sign language interpreter - or anything else) just let us know.
