Lab Team Leader

Are you used to running technical trials, juggling multiple projects, and keeping a busy lab running smoothly? Have you worked hands-on with polymers, plastics, chemicals or technical equipment? We’re looking for an experienced Lab Team Leader to join a fantastic business, based in Greater Manchester; one we’ve partnered with for many years. Known worldwide for their quality, innovation and technical excellence, they invest significantly in their machinery and their people; a large part of the workforce has been there for many, many years. What you’ll get * Competitive salary * 25 days holiday * Company pension * Occupational health & optician benefits * Occasional UK and overseas travel * Early Friday finish About you * You work in a lab or technical environment, ideally with plastics, polymers, chemicals, materials testing or engineering * A relevant degree (chemistry, materials science, polymer science, chemical engineering) or NVQ Level 3 in a technical field * Strong hands-on lab skills and equipment confidence * You’re methodical, precise and date-driven, able to keep multiple plates spinning * You’re a supportive leader who can coach and develop your team * You’ve got a strong understanding of Health & Safety, and compliance * Your confident hosting customers and delivering technical support * Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills (verbal and written) * Full, clean driving licence (essential) About the role * You’ll plan, run and coordinate lab trials (mainly plastics/polymer) * The set up and calibration of equipment will be part of your daily routine, ensuring accurate results * You’ll analyse trial data and turn it into clear, detailed reports for internal teams and customers * Documentation matters here; you’ll keep logs, compliance records and inventories up to date * Safety is of the upmost importance. You’ll oversee material handling, waste disposal, and clean-down processes * Keep the lab running smoothly and arrange maintenance when needed * Host customer visits and occasionally travel to offer technical support About the company * World leader in the design and manufacture of engineered products * Huge drivers of development and innovation * A supportive team culture with training and development opportunities