Laboratory Technician

  • Saint-Gobain
  • Sherburn In Elmet, Yorkshire
  • Feb 24, 2026
Full time Manufacturing

Job Description

At British Gypsum we are looking for a Laboratory Technician to help deliver safe, compliant and high-quality products across our Sherburn site. You'll play a key role in ensuring product quality across three production lines, working closely with Production, Engineering and Performance teams. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys practical, fast-paced work, thrives on variety, and wants to develop their skills in a supportive environment where no two days are the same.

British Gypsum is part of Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland, a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction. British Gypsum is the UK's leading manufacturer of interior lining systems, supplying high-performance plaster, plasterboard and ceiling solutions used in homes, schools, hospitals and commercial buildings across the country.

This is permanent full-time role based at Sherburn site.

What we're looking for:

  • Computer literate with confidence using systems to record and analyse data
  • Adaptable and flexible, able to respond to changing production priorities
  • A fast learner with a willingness to develop new technical skills
  • Comfortable working in a manufacturing or hands-on environment (lab experience is beneficial but not essential)
  • Strong attention to detail with a proactive approach to safety and quality

What you will be doing:

  • Conducting routine sampling and testing of finished products and raw materials (including moisture, PSD and other quality tests) to ensure compliance with specifications
  • Weighing, logging and processing daily samples from three production lines, maintaining accurate records for full traceability
  • Supporting investigations, customer complaints, trials and new product introductions in collaboration with engineers and production teams
  • Maintaining laboratory equipment, safety standards and day-to-day lab operations
  • Contributing to continuous improvement activities and supporting quality performance across site

Are British Gypsum and Saint-Gobain inclusive employers?

Saint-Gobain is a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, following our purpose of 'Making the World a Better Home'. We play a part in improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world.

We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.

And what about flexibility?

At Saint-Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We'll happily discuss any need you might have for this role. Whilst we can't promise to meet every request when we're recruiting, we do promise to listen.

If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your experience and more about you as a person, we look forward to hearing from you!