Lab Analyst

Looking for a role where your knowledge of chemistry and technical expertise really matter? Our North Ayrshire-based client is hiring a Lab Analyst to play a key role in product development, ensuring all products meet the highest standard of quality, compliance, and customer expectations. You'll support Product Technologists and Formulation Chemists with the prototype sample preparation and storage stability testing, contributing to the successful development and launch of new products. This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking team and bringing products for well-known brands to life before they reach the shelves. What you will get in your new role * Competitive salary (dependent on experience) * Pension * Holiday Entitlement * Staff Discount * Professional development opportunities * Additional company benefits Responsibilities in your new role as Lab Analyst As the Lab Analyst, you'll report to the Technical Manager/Head of Product Development, playing a key role in ensuring product quality and compliance from concept through to launch. Your responsibilities will include: * Supporting product development, reviewing specifications and formulations to ensure alignment with customer briefs, technical standards, and business objectives * Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with safety, legal and customer requirements * Stay up to date with relevant regulatory changes * Work closely with suppliers and factories to coordinate technical information * Support product assessments and liaise with production teams to ensure smooth implementation * Contribute to quality assurance across product ranges and assist with audits * Identify opportunities for continuous improvements * Provide technical support to customers, responding to queries and specification requests as needed. Your personality, experience and qualifications We're looking for a proactive, solution-focused individual with experience in a technical or product development role, ideally within manufacturing. You will bring: * Essential experience working in a chemical laboratory and with chemical apparatus * Broad knowledge of laboratory measuring equipment (e.g., viscometers, pH, % solids) is advantageous * Strong understanding of products specifications and technical compliance * Hands-on experience working with samples or chemical-based products * Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills * Clear communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and liaise with a range of stakeholders * Degree in Chemistry, Product Development, or a related field (desirable) * Experience with retailer standards, BRCGS, SALSA, or specification systems * Confident working independently and collaboratively as part of a team * Strong commercial awareness * Access to own vehicle preferred due to location (not essential) Apply now! Please send us an up-to-date copy of your CV, by clicking the Apply button. This position is only available to applicants who have immediate Right to Work in the UK and you will be required to provide evidence of such upon request. Also required are up-to-date contact details for at least 2 references. Stafffinders are operating as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for temporary positions