The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

The Position

Laboratory Technician

Job Summary

Laboratory Technician

Location: Newton Abbott , Devon (first 6 months),with Flexibility to work in Plymouth

Salary:     Up to £26,652.39 per annum
Hours:      37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 15:30
Contract:  Full-time, Permanent

 

What We Offer

At Imerys, our laboratories play a vital role in maintaining product quality, supporting operational performance, and ensuring we continue to deliver high-quality products to our customers.

In return, you'll receive:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Generous pension scheme

• Life cover and income protection

• Private medical insurance

• Enhanced family leave and carers leave

• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Employee discounts and recognition awards

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

About Our Opportunity

We're looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our Ball Clay Quality Laboratory team.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a laboratory environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work. You'll provide testing support across a range of routine approved test methods, ensuring samples are processed correctly and results are accurately entered and reported through the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and SAP Opera .

Working closely with the Laboratory Supervisor and one other technician, you'll help maintain the highest standards of quality, safety, and environmental compliance while developing your technical laboratory skills and experience.

What You'll Be Doing

Laboratory Testing & Reporting

• Preparing and testing clay and mineral samples in accordance with approved laboratory procedures.

• Carrying out routine quality control testing and analysis.

• Accurately recording, analysing and reporting test results.

• Maintaining laboratory records and databases.

• Supporting the laboratory team in meeting testing requirements and deadlines.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Working in accordance with laboratory quality standards and procedures.

• Following all Health, Safety and Environmental requirements.

• Identifying and reporting any anomalies that could impact testing or product quality.

• Maintaining high housekeeping standards within the laboratory.

• Ensuring equipment is operated safely and responsibly.

Teamwork & Communication

• Working closely with operational and production teams.

• Communicating laboratory findings effectively.

• Supporting colleagues to meet laboratory and business objectives.

• Contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.

What Good Looks Like

This role will suit someone who

• Has a genuine interest in science and laboratory work.

• Enjoys working in a practical, hands-on environment.

• Produces accurate and reliable work with excellent attention to detail.

• Is highly organised and able to manage competing priorities.

• Communicates confidently with colleagues across different departments.

• Demonstrates flexibility, curiosity and a willingness to learn.

• Is physically fit and comfortable handling larger samples.

• Takes pride in maintaining high standards of safety and quality.

What You'll Bring

Essential Criteria

• Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills.

• Strong data recording and administration skills.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Strong organisational and time management skills.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Flexible and adaptable approach to work.

• Interest in science and laboratory processes.

• Full UK driving licence and access to your own transport.

• Willingness to work initially at Heathfield near Newton Abbott and Plymouth area 

Desirable Criteria

• Previous laboratory or quality control experience.

• Experience within manufacturing, industrial or mineral processing environments.

• Science-related qualifications 

• Experience using laboratory databases or quality management systems.

Why Imerys?

At Imerys, we believe in creating opportunities for our people to learn, develop, and build rewarding careers. You'll join a business where quality, safety, and teamwork are valued, and where your contribution plays an important role in supporting both our operations and our customers. This role offers the chance to gain valuable laboratory experience within a global organisation while working as part of a highly skilled quality team.

If you're looking for an opportunity to develop your laboratory career within a supportive and professional environment, we'd love to hear from you

Closing date for applications 13th October 2026

Position Type

Full time

and

Permanent

Only technical issues will be monitored through the below inbox:

recruiting.support@ imerys.com

PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT RESUMES OR APPLICATIONS TO THIS EMAIL, AS THEY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED. 

To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered. 

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.