Lab Technician
SRG
Laboratory Technician - Packaging & Transit Testing
Central Scotland | Contract / Temporary Role
Our client, a global FMCG organisation with an exceptional reputation for innovation and quality, is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join their specialist Packaging Technology team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a hands-on role in developing and validating packaging solutions that are deployed on a global scale.
The Opportunity
You'll be responsible for supporting the testing and validation of packaging performance, ensuring products are protected through complex supply chains. Working in a highly technical lab environment, you'll operate advanced transit simulation equipment and contribute to the development of industry-leading testing standards.
This is a varied role combining practical lab work, data analysis, and project delivery, with exposure to global stakeholders and cutting-edge packaging innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver and validate packaging transit testing in line with recognised industry standards (e.g. ISTA)
- Operate and maintain lab equipment such as vibration tables, drop testers, and impact testers
- Analyse data from testing (including shock and transit data) and provide recommendations
- Support the development and improvement of test methods and SOPs
- Conduct packaging component testing and contribute to quality-driven design decisions
- Ensure compliance with health & safety, environmental, and quality standards
- Support and deliver technical projects, managing timelines and priorities
- Communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Why Apply?
- Work within a globally recognised innovation function
- Gain exposure to cutting-edge packaging development
- Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking technical team
- Opportunities for development and international collaboration
If you're a lab-based professional looking to step into a role with global impact and cutting-edge technology, this is an excellent next move.
Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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