Laboratory Technician (Shift Work)

About Saint-Gobain Construction Products

Saint-Gobain Construction Products is a key part of the Group’s UK & Ireland operations, manufacturing and supplying plaster, plasterboard, insulation, and other interior and exterior building solutions. Our brands are trusted across the construction industry for their quality, performance, and sustainability. By combining innovation, technical expertise, and customer service, we deliver products that meet the evolving needs of modern construction while supporting the drive for safer, greener, and more efficient buildings.

Job Title

Laboratory Technician (Shift Work) - Kingscourt

Job Purpose

We are looking for a Shift Quality Laboratory Technician to champion product quality through accurate testing and monitoring of raw materials, in-process materials and finished products. You will ensure compliance with defined procedures and EN Standards, identify and manage non-conforming material, and support continuous improvement through World Class Manufacturing (WCM), the Integrated Management System (IMS) and structured problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out sampling, testing and approval of raw materials, in-process materials and finished products, ensuring accurate recording of results.
• Monitor production and make recommendations for retardant, additive and process adjustments to maintain product quality within specification.
• Identify, investigate and manage non-conforming material, including placing product on hold and communicating issues to relevant stakeholders.
• Support customer complaint investigations, product trials, R&D activities and verification testing.
• Review laboratory and production data with Process Engineering and Quality teams to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Support WCM and continuous improvement initiatives, using data analysis and standard problem-solving tools to reduce waste and improve efficiency and quality.
• Maintain IMS procedures, SOPs and risk assessments, and support internal audits.
• Assist with laboratory equipment calibration and environmental/material testing when required.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, housekeeping and behavioural safety at all times.
• Work collaboratively across Production, Quality, Process Engineering and R&D teams within a fast-paced 24/7 manufacturing environment.

Key Laboratory Activities

• Daily mix sample and product testing
• Retardant adjustment
• Plasterboard conditioning and testing
• Trial and verification testing
• Routine product and raw material testing
• Laboratory data entry and results verification
• Practical test reporting

Qualifications & Experience

• Science or Engineering degree.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with Minitab or statistical analysis is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to understand and apply technical procedures and manufacturing processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively cross-functionally and as part of a team.
• Well organised, adaptable and able to prioritise and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to support a 24/7 manufacturing operation.