We are currently seeking interim Performance & Claims Laboratory Technicians to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.

The position is based at our client's scientific Research & Development facility in Port Sunlight Village, Wirral easily accessible by train and car. This is a full-time temporary role to run for 6 months, requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £27,445 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience.

Within this role you will work to support Laundry Liquid & Capsule projects, specifically supporting the Performance, Claims and KBS team. You will work closely with internal team members and execute laboratory experiments for product assessment, claim support and demo development purposes.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-washing of various fabrics for performance and sensory testing
Washing of fabrics for performance and sensory testing including the preparation for testing
Organisation of fabrics for testing
Planning and organising fabrics stocks to meet testing requirements
Working on demo development and validation
Helping the internal/external teams for demo video shooting
Attending appropriate team meetings

Key Requirements

Good organisation and time-management
Excellent communication and bias for action
Ability to use digital tools like MS Excel, Power Point to report the outcome of an experiment in a clear concise way
Ability to work with in multi-functional teams both internal and external
Experience of FMCG or the detergents sector desirable
Textile testing/Washing machine testing experience beneficial

Additional Information
Port Sunlight working environment:

Free onsite parking
Staff shop discounted products
Working in state-of-the-art laboratory and pilot plant facilities
Free parking onsite
5 mins walk to train station serving Liverpool & Chester
20-minute drive from Liverpool city centre/30-minutes' drive from Chester
Disabled parking
In the heart of picturesque Port Sunlight village
There are also several site clubs available to join covering a range of topics including Book Club, Running, Choir, Pool, Genealogy and much more.
The sites have three catering outlets which provide a range of hot and cold food and drinks daily.
In addition there are a range of vending machines and cold-water dispensers around the site accessible throughout the day.