Laboratory Cleaner

Job Title: Laboratory Cleaner
Department: Microbiology
Location: Leyland
Contract Type: Temporary
Hours: 12 hours per week (Monday, Tuesday, and Friday, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM)

Join Our Team as a Laboratory Cleaner!

Are you passionate about maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in a vital work environment? Do you enjoy making a positive impact in a team dedicated to groundbreaking scientific research? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Laboratory Cleaner to join our Microbiology team in Leyland. In this essential role, you will help uphold the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, ensuring that our laboratory operates safely and efficiently.

What You'll Do:

• Clean & Prepare: Get hands-on with specialised glassware and laboratory equipment, ensuring everything is spotless and ready for use.
• Safety First: Safely handle and prepare laboratory cleaning chemicals, following all health and safety guidelines.
• Operate Equipment: Use cleaning and sterilising equipment, including glasswashers, autoclaves, and ovens, to keep our workspace pristine.
• Organise & Store: Keep clean glassware and equipment organised and stored appropriately for easy access.
• Structured Maintenance: Follow a structured laboratory maintenance programme, keeping track of weekly, monthly, and yearly cleaning tasks.
• Record Keeping: Document cleaning and maintenance activities using Excel and SharePoint for efficient record-keeping.
• Housekeeping Duties: Perform general housekeeping tasks to prevent cross-contamination and maintain hygiene standards throughout the lab.

What We're Looking For:

Qualifications: GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths, English, and Science are desirable.
Experience: Previous cleaning experience, ideally in a laboratory or healthcare setting.
IT Skills: Basic IT skills for record-keeping using Excel and SharePoint.
Health & Safety Knowledge: Understanding health and safety procedures in a laboratory environment is a plus.

You'll Be Working With:

The enthusiastic Microbiology Team
The supportive Microbiology Manager

Why Join Us?
At our company, we believe that every role plays a part in our success. As a Laboratory Cleaner, you will be a crucial member of our team, contributing to important research in the microbiology field. Your attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness will directly influence our laboratory's efficiency and safety!

Ready to Apply?
If you're excited about the opportunity to join our team and make a difference in our laboratory, we'd love to hear from you!

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