Senior Lab Technician

Job Location	Wollaston, Wellingborough
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	Competitive salary
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent , full-time

Job Description

Dr. Martens is a globally recognisable and culturally influential British brand, with over 60 years of rich heritage. As brand custodians, we are lucky to work for a dynamic, thriving, and ethical business, with people from diverse backgrounds, who bringtheir true selves to work, and where anyone can grow their career. We are guided by three core values that are at the heart of everything we do: be yourself, act courageously, and show you care. They make us who we are and inspire us to push boundaries, embrace our individuality, and stand up for whats right. THE GIG The UK laboratory is SATRA-accredited and sits with our Made in England factory, testing all Research & Development materials/ products. As our Senior Lab Technician, you will supervise our UK in-house laboratory to ensure operational excellence across quality systems, equipment, and implementing our agreed test methods to a high standard, presenting accurate test data. You will alsoline manage our Lab Technician and help to create an inclusive environment where they are engaged and can succeed in their role. As our Senior Lab Technician, you will be responsible for:

Supervising the UK in-house laboratory to ensure operational excellence across quality systems, equipment, and implementing our agreed test methods to a high standard, presenting accurate test data
Line managing the UK Lab Technician(s) and create an inclusive environment where they are engaged and can succeed in their role
Manage timelines, KPI tracking, and the reporting of our lab test reports in line with wider best practice across DM’s
Partner with the Health & Safety (H&S) team to ensure adherence to Safe Systems of Work and wider H&S requirements

THE STUFF THAT SETS YOU APART Put simply, for this role the key things we’re looking for are:

Familiar with ISO 17025, extensive experience in SATRA testing methods
Laboratory management experience and proficiency in the lab accreditation process
Experience supervising or managing a small team and creating an inclusive work environment
Knowledge in performance testing, physical testing, product safety requirements are highly preferred

At DM your technical ability will go hand in hand with our leadership characteristics:

Great relationship management that delivers results through effective teamwork
You’ll be a proud custodian to our DM’s culture, embodying what we stand for and encouraging others to do the same
You’ll help build a highly engaged team – ensuring a collaborative culture and providing guidance & support to other team members

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Hybrid working
Welcome to the family free pair of Docs
65% off all Docs
Award-winning ‘Buy As You Earn’ Dr. Martens share plan
Private healthcare
2 paid volunteer days per year

Are you ready to fill your boots Apply now. At Dr. Martens, we are committed to creating an environment in which we can all be our best and bring our authentic selves to work. We encourage applications, regardless of race, colour, religion,gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, or disability. Diverse and inclusive teams have a positive impact on our brand; helping us to speak authentically to our consumers. We strive to developa business where our people can thrive and feel empowered to express themselves. Because we believe everyone should feel supported and included whatever their role in the Dr. Martens community.

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